236. Combining Creativity with Data: Inside the Future of Journalism at the FT

Tech for Non-Techies

08-01-2025 • 32分

What does it mean to evolve your career in the Digital Age?

Meet Janina Conboye, a Financial Times journalist who added data skills to her storytelling talent. This episode is a masterclass in smart career transitions.

Listen to learn:

  • What data journalism actually is and why top news organisations are investing in it
  • How to think strategically about your career evolution
  • Why the "creative vs technical" divide is holding people back
  • How to use AI tools like ChatGPT to help you learn new skills
  • The reality of career transitions - from the tears to the triumphs

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

03:06 Understanding Data Journalism

05:49 Intersection of Traditional and Data Journalism

09:00 Data for Storytelling

12:12 Data Skills

15:07 The Future of Journalism and Data

17:51 Data Journalism for Readers

21:03 Transitioning Careers

23:49 Long-Term Investments in Career Development

For the transcript, go to: https://www.techfornontechies.co/blog/236-combining-creativity-with-data-inside-the-future-of-journalism-at-the-ft

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