Writer-Reporter, Investopedia

New York, NY
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Job Description

Job Title
Writer-Reporter, Investopedia
Job Description
About The Position:
Investopedia, a leading financial education website, is seeking a highly motivated and talented Writer-Reporter to join our dynamic news team. People may first hear about a breaking story elsewhere, but they turn to Investopedia to understand what that news means for their wallets, their portfolios, and their families.
The ideal candidate will be mission driven and inspired to play a vital role in delivering accurate and insightful financial news stories to our global audience in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring journalist with a passion for finance to kick-start their career in financial journalism.
In-office Expectations: This position is hybrid in-office, with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week.
Responsibilities:
  • Writing: Write engaging and concise news articles and headlines that adhere to the Investopedia style and journalistic principles. Craft headlines that capture readers' attention and ensure accuracy, clarity, and comprehensibility of content.
  • Research and Reporting: Conduct in-depth research on various financial topics, analyze data, and gather information from reliable sources. Report on breaking news, market trends, company developments, and other relevant financial events.
  • Market Analysis: Monitor financial markets, including stocks, bonds, commodities, and currencies, to identify noteworthy trends, events, and emerging opportunities. Interpret market data and provide analysis to enhance the depth and quality of news reporting.
  • Social Media Engagement: Actively participate in social media platforms to promote news articles, engage with the audience, and increase readership. Monitor social media for breaking news and trending topics in the financial world.
About the Position's Contributions:
  • Writing Skills: Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and engaging news articles within tight deadlines. Strong command of grammar, punctuation, and Associated Press (AP) style.
  • Journalism Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field from an accredited university or college. Knowledge of journalism ethics and principles, including fact-checking and source attribution.
  • Financial Journalism Experience: Familiarity with financial terminology, concepts, and market dynamics is essential. Demonstrable experience in financial journalism is ideal, preferably with experience writing news articles or reporting on financial markets.
  • Research Skills: Proficient in conducting thorough research and gathering information from diverse sources, including financial statements, press releases, industry reports, and market data. Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  • Adaptability and Initiative: Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities. Proactive in identifying news opportunities and pitching story ideas.
If you are passionate about financial journalism, possess a strong desire to deliver accurate and compelling news stories, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Join the Investopedia news team and contribute to shaping the financial news landscape on the internet.
The Role's Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements:
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to distill complex information into clear and concise stories.
  • A burning curiosity about the world around you and a passion for staying plugged into the news
  • Experience with the financial sector and a desire to learn more
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple demanding priorities
It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing
ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com
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The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:
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Pay Range
Salary: New York: $62,400.00 - $65,000.00
The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash Meredith’s total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, Dotdash Meredith provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash Meredith and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.
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