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Job Description
We’re looking for a sharp Reporter to be a part of our Payments Dive publication. You’ll regularly write business, financial and regulatory stories on payments industry companies, including breaking news briefs, earnings-related pieces and in-depth original stories. The job will give you an opportunity to build a beat in the burgeoning payments arena. You’ll assist in editing stories and the newsletter, cultivate relationships with sources and collaborate with a team of experienced journalists. This position reports to the Lead Editor.
Qualifications
What can you bring to the table:
- A track record of strong writing and reporting skills and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced news environment. Experience in business, financial services, payments and/or fintech reporting is highly preferred.
- An ability to interpret and analyze business concepts and major news stories, including financial reports and government regulations.
- An ability to build relationships with industry, government and other sources and grasp complex subjects related to the payments industry.
- Strong digital news knowledge and aptitude.
- Deadline-oriented time management skills; an ability to turn around stories on tight deadlines, including breaking news coverage.
- Proficiency in social media platforms.
- A bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in journalism, English or similar field.
- At least 3 years experience writing and reporting.
What You’ll Do
- Play a key role in contributing excellent news stories to the Payments Dive web site and daily newsletter, and work with the rest of the team on assignments and editing in a collaborative fashion.
- Help identify key industry storylines we can own.
- Pitch and execute standout pieces on breaking news in the industry, as you follow timely payments topics and broader trends.
- Track analytics to gauge what stories are resonating with readers.
- Work with the Payments team in a growing newsroom that encourages innovative and creative projects.
When applying please provide one or two clips of your work that you are particularly proud of!
Additional Information
The salary range for this role is $59,500 – $70,000 based on experience.
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