Data Journalist, Prediction Markets

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

CNBC is the global leader in business news, creating world-class content across the United States, Asia, Europe, Africa and beyond. We cover the economy and global markets for everyone—from retail investors to institutional players, corporate executives to government officials—delivering news through our cable network, CNBC.com, CNBC.com/pro, and CNBC Plus.

The Opportunity

We're expanding our data journalism capabilities to cover one of the most innovative developments in forecasting: prediction markets. As our Data Journalist, you'll transform complex datasets into compelling stories, build systems to monitor emerging platforms, and help CNBC lead the coverage of how markets predict the future.

What You'll Do

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze and report on insights from diverse data feeds, with emphasis on prediction market platforms
• Identify patterns, anomalies, and newsworthy trends in real-time market data
• Research and produce stories on the prediction market ecosystem, including detailed coverage of Kalshi markets
• Apply rigorous editorial judgment to ensure accuracy, context, and clarity in all reporting

Technical & Database Management

• Collaborate with technical production teams to build and maintain databases monitoring coverage platforms
• Develop workflows for ingesting, cleaning, and analyzing data from new partners
• Create automated alerts for significant market movements or data releases
• Manage datasets efficiently while maintaining speed and consistency

Content Production

• Pitch original, data-driven story ideas that leverage unique insights from your analysis
• Execute assignments developed with the editorial planning team
• Produce content for both television and digital platforms, adapting your approach for each medium
• Own TV segments end-to-end: coordinate bookings, produce graphics, source video, prepare anchor briefs

Collaboration & News Judgment

• Build strong relationships with show teams, producers, and digital editors across the organization
• Contribute to digital and social coverage during breaking news or high-interest data moments
• Proactively flag upcoming events, market developments, and data releases to editorial planning
• Stay deeply informed on prediction markets, forecasting methodologies, and related coverage areas

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

What we’ll offer:

At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities: 

• Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes 
• Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars 
• Extras --Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City 

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $100,000-$115,000

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience as a data journalist
• Demonstrated ability to find stories in datasets and communicate findings clearly
• Strong multitasking skills with ability to manage priorities across broadcast and digital teams
• Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, economics, statistics, computer science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with live reporting in fast-paced news environments
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (SQL, Python, R, Excel)

You'll Stand Out With:

• Familiarity with prediction markets, probabilistic forecasting, or market microstructure
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Datawrapper, D3.js, Flourish)
• Background in economics, statistics, or computational methods
• Portfolio demonstrating data-driven journalism across multiple platforms
• Experience building news applications or interactive graphics
• Understanding of API integration and data pipeline development

 

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

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