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The Data Journalism Podcast

Anna Brand: data journalism for CNN

Jan 10, 2024
Anna Brand, Managing Editor for Data and Graphics at CNN Digital, discusses building a data journalism team, balancing breaking news and long-term projects, creating impactful evergreen content, collaborative work on mass shootings, and impactful career development resources.
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  • Anna Brand oversees a diverse global team focusing on daily news and lasting multimedia projects.
  • CNN Digital's data journalism team creates enduring content by humanizing data through personal narratives and interactive pieces.

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Team Structure and Collaboration

Anna Brand, the managing editor of CNN Digital's database and graphics team, oversees a unique and diverse team of around 15 individuals located globally in the US, London, and Hong Kong. The team comprises data analysts, editors, visual editors, cartographers, developers, designers, and illustrators, enabling them to work on various projects and adapt to different storylines. Their workflow involves active participation in editorial meetings, adapting to newsroom priorities, and collaborating on projects across different regions and expertise.

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