CLIP: Marco Hernandez (New York Times) on skills for Visual Journalists + introduction by Ben Welsh

Описание: Marco Hernandez on getting started in visual journalism and foundational skills plus Ben Welsh's great introduction and overview of Marco's career.

This interview was part of the launch event for the MPS Data Visualization & Communication (DV&C) program called "Signal in the Noise" on designing trust in data, where artists, journalists, designers, and developers show how to communicate clearly, counter misinformation, and collaborate creatively across disciplines.



More about Marco Hernandez:
Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and 2021 Society for News Design “World’s Best Designer,” Marco Hernandez leads ambitious visual journalism that fuses reporting, data, and design to create clarity at a global scale. His work exemplifies the craft of rigorous newsroom storytelling with an audience-first approach.

More about Ben Welsh:
A veteran data and investigative reporter, Ben Welsh founded and is editor in charge of the News Applications Desk at Reuters, specializing in reporting with code, leading cross-functional projects that combine analysis, design, and editorial skills.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM ...
The SVA MPS Data Visualization & Communication (DV&C) program trains hybrid communicators who combine design, code, visual aesthetics, and ethics to make information trustworthy and actionable. Professionals can immediately apply workflows for collaboration and credibility; students graduate with a thesis and portfolio that translate complexity into visually stunning outcomes.

Our 10-month program, starting in September 2026, combines design, coding, and professional practice, enabling students to transform complex data into clear, persuasive stories that drive action. Professionals level up with systems, collaboration, and leadership skills; students build a portfolio that showcases valuable skills for real-world impact.

Learn more: https://sva.edu/academics/graduate/mp...
Apply now: https://sva.edu/academics/graduate/mp...