Pratik Dholakiya says, “For as long as we can remember, newsrooms have used data to support their stories. Whether it’s elections, global warming, or Oscar predictions, writers and reporters dig deep for facts and statistics that’ll add credibility to their claims.

However, in recent years, data journalism has become the norm in almost every industry. And as a result, the need for data journalists continues to rise — companies like Priceonomics, Pandora, and many more digital agencies are all looking for people that aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty with numbers and charts.

If you’re not familiar with the concept of data journalism, you’re not out of luck. In fact, you’re the right place. To help businesses understand the value of this approach, I’ve done some research myself.

Below you’ll find helpful information surrounding what data journalism is, what data journalists do, and how you can get started.

What is Data Journalism?

Data journalism is a specialized practice that involves the discovery and distribution of news, with a heavy focus on analysis, data visualization, and storytelling”.

Data Journalism: A Simple Guide for Marketers

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