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Dotdash Meredith seeks a weekend news editor, Investopedia

Millions of readers turn to Investopedia’s daily informative news to explain complicated and intimidating financial concepts and decisions, including Saturday and Sunday. We are looking for a sharp editor who can work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. EDT, plus two other days of the week TBD. This position carries a lot of responsibility and requires exceptional news judgment and a proven ability to work under pressure with colleagues in New York on breaking news and features and curating the homepage.

About Your Contributions:

  • Think creatively and plan unique story angles that will appeal to a weekend reader curious about how the news applies to their finances
  • Identify the most important and relevant angles on the day’s top stories that explain the why, not just the what
  • Assign, edit, publish, and promote content independently throughout the weekend
  • Assist the weekday news team with editing on tight deadlines
  • Recruit, develop, and manage news writers

About You: 

The ideal candidate is a news junkie and an experienced journalist with a history of working with well-recognized outlets on financial and business news.

  • 4 to 6 years of experience publishing financial markets news with well-respected outlets
  • Strong editorial skills, including demonstrated experience line editing for content improvements, grammar, and AP style
  • A keen knowledge of personal finance and economics
  • Exceptional news judgment
  • Superior organizational skills
  • Excellent project and people management skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask

Pay Range: Salary: $64,000 – $80,000

For further details click here.

Mariam Ahmed

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