Copywriting + Data Analyses
I turn complex data into stories that inform, engage, and inspire.
WHAT I DO:
I’m a data journalist with expertise in personal finance, home, health, among other topics, crafting data-driven content featured in outlets like Bloomberg, CNBC, TIME, and Fox Business. I excel at uncovering stories within data and visualizing insights to help readers make sense of the numbers, delivering results for organizations and engaging audiences.
A LITTLE ABOUT ME:
In my free time, you’ll find me enjoying anime, practicing my Japanese, or relaxing with a cup of tea and my mischievous Labrador retriever.
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Below are selected samples of work over the years, featuring projects where I did data analysis, copywriting, and visualization, as well as examples in which I solely did data analysis and visualization.
Copywriting + Data Analyses
MoneyGeek analyzed 608 metro areas to identify where the distribution of middle-income households is growing.
MoneyGeek analyzed housing, income and inflation data for all 50 states to compare and contrast homebuying climates in the 1980s and today.
MoneyGeek analyzed 597 metro areas to identify where the distribution of middle income households is shrinking most.
Where are the most affordable U.S. wedding destinations? Discover where to save money without compromising on scenic beauty or vibrant attractions in our destination wedding and cost analysis.
MoneyGeek analyzed 178 U.S. cities, considering a variety of personal finance factors, to find the best cities for Asian Americans to flourish financially.
MoneyGeek analyzed economic indicators and community well-being data for 211 small cities to discover budding places for financial prosperity in the U.S.
MoneyGeek analyzed nurse salaries for 109 metropolitan areas, considering taxes and living costs, to uncover where nurse wages stretch furthest.
MoneyGeek analyzed teacher salaries for 178 metropolitan areas - considering taxes and living costs - to uncover where teacher salaries stretch furthest.
MoneyGeek's analysis of over 300 metro areas uncovers the most affordable places for every stage of childhood, determined by living costs such as food, housing, healthcare and more.
MoneyGeek's analysis of 312 metro areas unveils "low-rate lockdowns," influenced by shifts in home values, mortgage rates and supply-demand flux.
SmartAsset analyzed data to identify and rank the highest and lowest thresholds to be a top 1% taxpayer across all 50 states.
SmartAsset examined data for the 100 busiest U.S. airports to uncover where airfare has increased the most in the second quarter of 2022.
SmartAsset examined data on nearly 500 suburbs to uncover the best areas located near large cities based on jobs, affordability and livability.
SmartAsset examined data for 384 metro areas to uncover where rich Americans give the most to charity on average and how it comes to their income.
SmartAsset examined data for 164 of the largest cities to uncover where Americans are happiest based on personal finances, well-being and quality of life.
SmartAsset analyzed upfront costs and annual recurring spending to determine the most affordable states for first-year car ownership.
Data Analyses (+ Visualizations)
Americans are fleeing big cities for the safety of small towns, but how much safer are they? MoneyGeek analyzed crime rates in 1,010 small towns to find out.
How safe is your city in America and how is safety in the U.S. measured? Find out how your town stacks up in our analysis of city safety and costs.
Amid rising food costs driven by inflation, MoneyGeek analyzed prices for a turkey and sides across the U.S. to find the most expensive metros for Thanksgiving.
Where does your state rank on MoneyGeek's list of the best and worst drivers in the U.S.? You might be surprised.
All states aren't created equal when it comes to winter driving safety. Learn which states are the most dangerous and how to drive safely in winter conditions.
MoneyGeek's analysis identified the states most reliant on federal funding and found an intriguing correlation between dependency and political leaning.
A new study reveals older adults' lack of knowledge about Social Security benefits could prove financially dire. One common mistake could cost seniors approaching age 65 more than $36,000 over 15 years of their retirement.
Our survey of 2,013 Medicare beneficiaries finds many risk wasted money and missed benefits due to a lack of understanding about the program.
Analysis of the most recent CMS data shows discarded units of valuable cancer drugs and other single-use drugs account for hundreds of millions of dollars of annual Medicare waste.
We looked at a variety of jobs to learn which occupations can be pursued without experience. Keep reading to see what we found.
By Jeff Gillis & Mike Simpson It may be hard to remember a time when sharing pictures online of what you ate for dinner or tagging your co-workers in the latest memes wasn't a part of everyday life, but in 2005, just 5% of U.S. adults used at least one social media platform.
What inspires Americans to start their own small business and get their venture successfully off the ground? We surveyed more than 400 small business owners about their experiences, including how they raised funds and what challenges they faced. This is what they had to say.
We surveyed 1,000 full-time employees about team bonding to find out how effective these activities and events are. See what we uncovered.
Global travel is on the rise as jet-setters seek out unique travel experiences, which may explain why sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East
Exploring the Ins and Outs of Digital Communication Between Partners
Something often associated with the tech industry is a lack of diversity. Specifically, what is it like for women? Take a look at findings from our research, which looked to see how happy women were with their jobs, the biases and challenges they faced in this industry, and more.
We asked over 1,000 supervisors about the biggest reasons for firing someone, how long they take before deciding to terminate someone, and the most difficult aspects of letting an employee go.
We surveyed over 1,100 U.S. employees and nearly 200 managers to gauge how transparent their employers are and how accountability impacts the workplace.
With so many people traveling internationally, whether for work or pleasure, it's important to be aware of the logistics involved, especially timing. It's
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