Simon Rogers (journalist)

Simon Rogers is a British data journalist, writer, and editor. He is known for his work in data journalism, data visualization, and open data advocacy.

Rogers was previously the data editor for The Guardian newspaper in London, where he founded the Guardian's Datablog in 2009. The Datablog became a prominent source for data and visualizations on a wide range of topics, from economics and politics to social issues and culture. While at The Guardian, he also launched the Datastore, a repository of open data available to the public.

After leaving The Guardian, Rogers worked at Twitter as a data editor, focusing on how data could be used to tell stories on the platform. He also held a role at Google News Lab, where he explored innovative approaches to journalism using data and technology.

Rogers is a frequent speaker and commentator on data journalism and its role in contemporary media. He has taught data journalism workshops and courses at universities and journalism schools around the world. His work has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. He is an advocate for the responsible and ethical use of data in journalism.