Junior Interactive Developer

Posted On: February 14, 2017

Journalism Job

Media Organization: New York Daily News

Company Description

We're a news organization.

Job Description

The New York Daily News is hiring a junior interactive developer to work in its newsroom. This is an entry-level position.

You’ll be tasked with building tools and interactive templates and one-offs that extend our storytelling capabilities and let us engage our readers in new ways.

We’re looking for a self-starter to develop ideas and work alongside our award-winning reporters and editors on projects big and small — from data-intensive interactives to simple maps and charts. Your work would tackle subjects of local and national interest across newsroom departments – from news to entertainment to sports.

We want to hear from you if:

* You understand the importance of clean code (even if you don't always live up to it).
* You (understand the importance of) document(ing) your code.
* You have a passion for journalism.
* You care about valid markup.
* You have a willingness to learn new languages, tools and software.
* Bonus points if you're comfortable on the command line.

Technology we use:

* HTML, CSS, Javascript
* Git
* D3.js
* PHP, Python
* MySQL, Excel, OpenRefine, Google docs
* CartoDB, Google Fusion Tables, Leaflet
* Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator

To apply, email jmurphy@nydailynews.com:

* A cover letter that includes why you're a good match for the Daily News
* A few links to your favorite projects
* Your resume

The New York Daily News combines the fast pace of one of America’s largest, most-diverse newsrooms with the innovation and sophisticated product thinking of a digital-first enterprise. We occupy a top digital position in news, sports, entertainment and living and are an overall comScore Top 100 property. Our mobile footprint now accounts for more than 50 percent of our audience profile. To further expand our efforts in the areas of editorial, product development, mobile, video, technology, marketing, and sales we are recruiting amazing digital talent. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are looking for smart, hungry, humble individuals who possess a good sense of humor and are passionate about building something great and evolving the future of news in America.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

EOE

M/F/D/V

To Apply

To apply, email Joe Murphy (jmurphy@nydailynews.com):

* A cover letter that includes why you're a good match for the Daily News
* A few links to your favorite projects
* Your resume