Media Programs Research Lead

Planet • San Francisco, VA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Media Programs Research Lead will join Planet’s Communications team to support the operations of the Media and Think Tank Program (MTTP). The MTTP works with reporters and subject matter experts at think tanks to use Planet’s images and products to report on disasters, environmental stories, geopolitical events, and other news of global interest. This person will collaborate internally with a broad range of Planet stakeholders, including Marketing, technical and NGO-focused teams, as well as externally with journalists and experts to provide insights into, and on top of, Planet data. The ideal candidate is well-versed in geopolitics and has experience working with satellite data, is curious with an eye for compelling stories, and enjoys developing creative approaches to visualizing and explaining complex subjects. This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco, CA or D.C. office in Arlington, VA 3 days per week.

Requirements

• 4+ years experience working in a newsroom, think tank, or as a data analyst
• Experience analyzing and interpreting satellite imagery
• Experience with GIS tools and/or Adobe Photoshop
• Experience supporting multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment across multiple time zones
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills; fluent in written and spoken English

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with open source investigative tools, datasets and methods
• Ability and comfort communicating results to external audiences
• Relationships within think tank and press communities

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and develop stories relevant to current events that showcase the value of Planet’s data and analytic products
• Analyze satellite data as well as other earth observation data to document and explain events of general interest
• Collaborate with Communications and Data Visualization teams on ideas for proactive storytelling and image packages to send to media and research customers and partners
• Support rapid response efforts during crisis news events with image identification and analysis
• Build and maintain relationships with reporters, analysts, and subject matter experts

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed