Key skills
Analytics
About this role
Role Overview
- Identify Themes & Trends: Keep a finger on the pulse of the business and finance world to find topics that matter most to our readers.
- Breaking News Coverage: Monitor business and economic developments in real time, quickly producing accurate and engaging coverage as stories unfold.
- Draft & Refine: Write high-quality articles that follow Associated Press (AP) and Benzinga style guidelines.
- Fact-Check: Ensure every piece of content is accurate, credible, and legally sound.
- SEO & Headline Strategy: Craft compelling, search-optimized headlines and structure content to maximize discoverability and reader engagement.
- Market Fluency: Apply a strong understanding of financial markets, equities, and macro trends to contextualize news for investors.
- Collaborate: Brainstorm fresh, creative content ideas with the team alongside value additive exclusives and interviews to keep our audience engaged.
- Analyze Performance: Use data and analytics to understand what resonates with readers and help increase retention.
Requirements
- 3+ years of documented news reporting or writing experience
- Strong working knowledge of AP style and the principles of media law
- A background in business news is strongly desired
- A genuine interest in trading stocks and financial markets is essential.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities