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Bloomberg seeks economic indicators reporter in DC

It’s a big deal. Our economics indicators team ensures reporters have high visibility to the movers and shakers of the global financial markets. We’re a highly dedicated group of professionals who are committed to being the best in the field.

You’re a strong reporter who enjoys covering data releases and writing enterprise stories highlighting the most compelling themes influencing the U.S. economy ( the world’s largest!). You’re able to quickly interpret data and turn findings into easy to understand prose.

You’re able to learn new concepts easily and have the ability to develop sources and make contacts. You’re eager to help when needed and embrace an all-hands-on-deck approach. You’re creative and enjoy pitching story ideas. You’re the perfect person to join our economy team.

We’ll trust you to:

  • Write stories on wide-ranging topics- from unemployment and inflation to GDP and the housing market
  • Attend data briefings at government agencies and then convert those numbers into pithy stories that will gain the public’s interest
  • Pitch stories on topics of interest to give readers a richer understanding of the inner workings on the economy
  • Chart and visually display data to help your stories stand out
  • Discuss every aspect of the economic outlook and publish features that bring to life the most important themes or trends
  • Work under tight deadlines and collaborate with a team of dedicated reporters on breaking news and influencing decision makers

You’ll need to have:

  • An aptitude with words and numbers
  • The ability to turn complex data into a narrative accessible to market professionals and casual readers
  • Knowledge of digital platforms and an ability to develop graphics ( a plus!)
  • 3+ years of business journalism experience

To apply, go here.

Chris Roush

Chris Roush was the dean of the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. He was previously Walter E. Hussman Sr. Distinguished Professor in business journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill. He is a former business journalist for Bloomberg News, Businessweek, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Tampa Tribune and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He is the author of the leading business reporting textbook "Show me the Money: Writing Business and Economics Stories for Mass Communication" and "Thinking Things Over," a biography of former Wall Street Journal editor Vermont Royster.

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