Telling stories with data
The FT Interactive News Desk
John Burn-Murdoch, Interactive Data Journalist
Twitter: @jburnmurdoch, email john.burn-murdoch@ft.com
Any questions?
Who are we?
Specialist generalists
Specific specialisms
Database manipulation, statistical analysis, mapping, front-end development, design
What is our role within the FT?
Finding new and innovative ways to engage existing audience and attract new readers
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Specialist skills required
Time/personnel required
All projects
Maps
Charts
Graphics videos
Statistical analyses
Animated maps
Placemarkers
Interactive maps
Calculators
Dashboards
Narrative or animated graphics
Nonstandard charts
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