The USA TODAY NETWORK is seeking a data-minded digital expert who can connect newsrooms to key audiences by combining digital analytics with strategy and best practices.

Are you a digital leader in your news operation ready to join a team shaping the focus of community newsrooms across the country? Or are you a data-savvy analyst with an aptitude for content? Whether you come from a news background with a head for numbers or an analytical background with a nose for news, this is an opportunity to make a difference in the emerging new field of journalism's intersection with big data.

This is about more than reports and spreadsheets. The strategist will exercise judgment in translating data points into actionable insights. They’ll work alongside editors and journalists across Gannett newsrooms and collaborate with other strategists to develop tactics and best practices to help reporters and editors remain focused on the powerful work our audiences seek.

The right candidate deeply understands data tools and knows how to apply their analytical mindset to content. This is a hands-on data job, and digging skills are required. But it's just as important that they understand how their research relates to modern digital journalism, newsroom deployment and audience development.

The position is a remote role, allowing for work from home as well as in-office opportunity depending on location. This job provides a unique opportunity to partner with and coach journalists at Gannett's newsrooms, potentially including the Austin American-Statesman and The Oklahoman in Oklahoma City.

Candidates need an understanding of tools such as Google Analytics and Parse.ly, strong communication and presentation ability and advanced skill in Microsoft Excel, including creating pivot tables from complex datasets. Prior experience in a digital, print or television news operation is preferred, as is previous experience validating, collecting and interpreting data. Successful applicants will have a bachelor's degree in journalism, data or business analytics, marketing or related field. Candidates should feel comfortable presenting data in an accessible way to a room of inquisitive journalists.

Help us ensure the future of journalism is strong and that our newsrooms continue to evolve to meet the needs of a growing digital audience.

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