Kiko Llaneras
Redactor Jefe De Narrativas Visuales Y Datos
Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Summary
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SeniorKiko Llaneras is a data journalist and head of Visual and Data Narratives at EL PAÍS with a decade of experience turning complex datasets into clear, impactful stories for millions of readers. Author of the bestselling Think Clearly (now in its 4th edition and newly published in English), he combines statistical modeling—used to predict elections in Spain, Mexico and France—with narrative design to explain trends that shape public life. His newsletter reaches 35,000 paying subscribers and he is followed by over 100,000 people on LinkedIn and X, reflecting a rare blend of editorial leadership and public influence. Honored with the Vicente Verdú Journalism Award and cited by outlets like The Washington Post and The Guardian, he bridges rigorous analysis, data-driven forecasting, and accessible storytelling. Notably, his book is scaling internationally with translations slated for multiple Asian and European markets in 2025, signaling both global relevance and cross-cultural reach.
11 years of coding experience
Github Skills (17)
marginal-effects8
ggplot7
prediction7
3d6
maps5
javascript5
webgl4
regression-models3
linear-models3
vector-tiles3
r2
cran2
stata2
filepath2
regression2
Programming languages (2)
Github contributions (5)
kikollan/PFA-Toolbox
Sep 2015 - May 2016
Contributions:26 commits, 2 pushes in 8 months
kikollan/elpais_test
Jan 2026 - Jan 2026
Contributions:1 PR in 1 day
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