The Information seeks a crypto reporter

The Information is looking for an enterprising reporter to cover blockchain technology and cryptocurrency and to put their mark on the coverage by leading a regular newsletter on the subjects.

There are few topics as opaque, fast-changing and, over the long term, significant to the technology industry as cryptocurrencies and blockchain. While crypto asset prices may rise and fall, the underlying technologies are having sweeping effects across retail, media, finance and more. And the product work is constantly and ever-changing.

We are looking for a reporter who has a zeal (and skepticism) about the industries to break news and connect the dots for readers. Our past crypto coverage has drawn a large and dedicated audience, which we are looking to expand rapidly in the months ahead.

The ideal candidate will have a few years of experience covering crypto and a proven ability to cultivate sources, break news and write original analysis. In addition to leading this regular newsletter, this person will be expected to write big stories for The Information and to collaborate closely with our newsroom on articles and events.

This is an opportunity to join the growing team of journalists at The Information, writing about what’s important in tech and media for a discerning audience. Founded in 2013, The Information has attracted tens of thousands of paying subscribers—putting the business on firm footing—including some of the most influential people on the planet.

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to jobs@theinformation.com. We strongly encourage people from traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, particularly people of color. We are committed to diversity and to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their dependents
Basic life insurance
Generous paid leave that increases over time
A parental leave policy for new parents
401(k)
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter benefits
A gym and fitness stipend
A highly professional, inclusive, diverse workplace with a zero-tolerance policy for harassment

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.