Luis Melgar
About Luis Melgar
Luis Melgar is a Data Visualization Developer at the Urban Institute, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master's degree in Journalism and Electronic Media from the University of Miami and has extensive experience in data journalism and storytelling.
Work at Urban Institute
Luis Melgar has been employed at the Urban Institute since 2021, serving as a Data Visualization Developer. In this role, he focuses on creating visual representations of data to aid in understanding complex information. His work contributes to the Urban Institute's mission of providing insights into social and economic issues.
Education and Expertise
Luis Melgar holds a Master of Arts in Journalism and Electronic Media from the University of Miami, which he completed from 2014 to 2016. He also earned an undergraduate degree in Journalism from the University of Navarra, studying there from 1999 to 2003. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in communication and data analysis.
Background
Luis Melgar has a diverse professional background in journalism and data visualization. He worked as a Storytelling Advisor at Ikusi Uruguay from 2012 to 2015. He has also held positions as a Graphics Editor at The Wall Street Journal and as a Data and Visual Journalist at WAMU 88.5 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Previous Roles and Experience
Prior to his current role, Luis Melgar served as a Lecturer at Universidad de Montevideo from 2009 to 2014. He also worked as a Web Editor in the press department at Universidad de Navarra from 2006 to 2009. These roles reflect his extensive experience in both academic and professional settings.