Data Analytics Manager, Polling & Elections
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting Title: Data Analytics Manager, Polling & Elections
Req ID: 10140830 Job Description: Working with the Executive
Director of Polling, Elections, and Data Analytics and the
Washington Bureau, the Data Analytics Manager will develop
data-driven editorial content and analytical tools to support and
enhance ABC News’ coverage of public opinion and elections. This
role combines data science, survey research, statistical modeling,
data visualization, software engineering, and newsroom reporting to
deliver innovative, accurate, and compelling coverage of elections
and political trends. Responsibilities: Develop analytical tools
such as polling averages, election race ratings, county vote
benchmarks, and other election metrics and newsroom-ready data
tools. Create editorial content based on polling results,
analytical tools, and election data for broadcast, digital, and
social platforms. Explore unique angles in storytelling by writing
compelling news stories using ABC News’ polling data and reputable
outside polls. Help ensure all ABC News platforms present polling
and election data with appropriate context and journalistic
accuracy. Work with the Decision Desk in the design, implementation
and testing of statistical models for election projections and
analytical reporting. Conduct analyses of early voting trends using
voter files and related election data. Assist the Director of
Polling in overseeing the team that analyzes exit polls on election
nights for real-time reporting across ABC News’ platforms. Vet
polls and social science studies from outside sources for the news
division and provide guidance on reportability, accuracy, and
newsworthiness. Qualifications: 10 years of experience in data
journalism, data analytics, and public opinion research, including
5 years in a newsroom, television, or political media environment.
Deep knowledge of and interest in data journalism, polling, and
public opinion research as it relates to news storytelling.
Experience with programming languages and database management
(e.g., Python, SQL, C++). Strong communicator with the ability to
translate polling and other data into clear, engaging news stories
and data visualizations. Experience with advanced statistical
analysis, modeling, and statistical software (e.g., R, STAN, SPSS,
STATA). Experience working with data visualization software (e.g.,
Datawrapper, Tableau, Power BI). Solid background in survey
research methodology. Experience working with and analyzing voter
registration files, election returns, and Census data.
Well-organized and able to handle multiple projects and news
stories simultaneously. Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure
newsroom environment and consistently meet very tight deadlines.
Able to work nights and weekends during election season and during
breaking news events. Strong collaboration skills, able to work
across multiple teams Exceptional attention to detail and
commitment to journalistic accuracy. Strong background and interest
in U.S. electoral politics. Required Education: BA or BS in the
social sciences (e.g., political science, data science, statistics,
sociology, communication research, survey research, etc.) from an
accredited 4-year college or university. Preferred Education:
Master’s degree or PhD in the social sciences (e.g., political
science, data science, statistics, sociology, communication
research, survey research, etc.). The hiring range for this
position in Washington D.C. is $138,400 to $190,300 per year and in
New York, NY is $145,100 to $199,400 per year. The base pay
actually offered will take into account internal equity and also
may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region,
job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of
the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical,
financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and
position offered. Job Posting Segment: ABC News Job Posting Primary
Business: News Practices Primary Job Posting Category: Tech Data
Analytics Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region,
Postal Code: New York, NY, USA Alternate City, State, Region,
Postal Code: USA - DC - 1717 Desales St Date Posted: 2026-01-22
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