Jared Whalen

Jared Whalen is an accomplished visual journalist specializing in data visualization, currently serving as a Senior Visual Journalist at Axios since August 2021. In addition to this role, Whalen works part-time as a Data Journalist for the Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk, focusing on data analysis and visualization related to water, agriculture, and environmental issues. Whalen's extensive experience in the United States Army Reserve, where roles included Logistics Manager and Company Commander, complements a background in journalism that features positions as Data Visual Reporter at The News Journal Media Group and multiple roles at Philadelphia Media Network. Whalen holds a Graduate Certificate in Geospatial Data Science and a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Temple University.