The staff writer for markets and investing will be responsible for reporting, writing and developing stories about financial markets and investing, one of CNNMoney’s five main beats.
The staff writer will be expected to excel at story development and writing and help the team’s efforts with audience building, innovation and franchise development.
- Story development: Cultivate a wide range of sources and a deep understanding of the trends, issues and events influencing financial markets and investing.
- Breaking News: Stay on top of and respond quickly to breaking news, ensuring that all major developments are covered.
- Make news: Develop ideas that will set CNNMoney apart from the competition.
- Writing: Deliver sharp, smart, engaging copy on pieces ranging from short breaking news items to larger packages.
- Innovate: Continually seek out interesting story and package ideas and execute on them. Assist with developing new tools, products and ways of presenting information, such as infographics and interactives.
- Franchise development: Work closely with editors to develop features that serve three functions: audience development (i.e. page views), create buzz (i.e. pick-up by other news and social media outlets, lively reader comments), and advertising interest.
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