Work With Me
Businesses, journalists, nonprofits, campaigns, and research teams often struggle to make sense of complex data on religion, politics, and culture. I help translate those numbers into clear, actionable insights and strategies.
I’m Alex Bass, a data scientist and researcher (currently full-time at Meta) specializing in surveys, experiments, and causal inference. I’ve worked at political polling firms, a survey internet panel, and big tech, giving me a unique mix of experience across tech, politics, and survey research. My work has been featured in the Deseret News, Salt Lake Tribune, Religious News Service, KUER and shared with thousands through my Mormon Metrics project. With six years of experience in both industry and public affairs, I bring rigorous analysis and clear storytelling to every project.
Visit my consulting site to contact me now!
How I Can Help
1. Survey Research & Polling
Design neutral, reliable questionnaires on religion and politics
Build sampling & weighting strategies you can trust
Deliver clear findings you can confidently publish or present
2. Data Analysis & Insights
Turn messy data into clean, actionable insights
Analyze demographic and political trends (esp. LDS and religious communities)
Benchmark against national datasets (CES, GSS, Pew, etc.)
3. Data Science & Experimentation
Develop custom predictive and classification models
Design and evaluate A/B tests to guide real-world decisions
Segment audiences for tailored messaging or strategy
4. Strategy & Advisory
Understand how religious demographics affect campaigns, nonprofits, and institutions
Produce custom reports (e.g., annual “State of X” or topical deep dives)
Provide executive briefings and data-driven strategy sessions
Pricing
Every project is unique, but here’s a general guide:
Hourly consulting: Standard rate of $250/hour, flexible for longer-term or mission-driven projects
Survey projects: Costs vary by audience.
General population surveys typically start at $2,500–$5,000, depending on length and sample size.
Specialized religious groups (e.g., Mormons) are smaller and harder to reach, so costs are higher — usually $7,500+ for a reliable sample. I can advise on strategies to reduce costs (regional oversamples, blending vendors, or adding questions to existing surveys).
Custom reports & strategy briefings: from $2,000, depending on scope
Exact pricing is finalized after our consultation based on project size and needs.
Let’s Talk
Whether you need a fresh survey, clear analysis of existing data, or a strategic briefing on trends, I’d love to help.
Email me at contact@bassempirical.com or visit my consulting website.
After our initial conversation, I’ll provide a tailored proposal and cost estimate