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Yahoo seeks a writer

Yahoo is looking for a writer with the following responsibilities:

  • Report and write news-driven pieces, trend stories, and features related to personal finance with an emphasis on real estate, housing, and mortgages
  • Serve as Yahoo Finance’s real estate and housing on-air expert for Yahoo Finance Live as well as other outside media outlets.
  • Find and interview experts who can speak to real estate/housing trends, news, and policies that pertain to people’s personal finances, and provide best practices and advice.
  • Pitch and write at least 3-5 new articles ideas every week based on news, trends, research analysis, and surveys.
  • Pitch possible video, podcast, Tik Tok, and Clubhouse ideas on a regular basis and help with creation by script-writing, hosting, and/or fact-checking content.
  • Learn to use the Flourish program to create one-of-a-kind graphics to complement articles.

Required Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years’ experience as a reporter/writer at a reputable online media publication with a background in personal finance, real estate, or business preferred.
  • Previous on-air experience is a plus.
  • Impeccable news judgement and a hunter mentality to identify high-profile and high-utility stories.
  • Track record of success in a fast-paced newsroom and an ability to collaborate with multiple teams.
  • Strong understanding of and experience in using digital news sources like social media.
  • Comprehensive understanding of editorial best practices.
  • Able to work under deadline pressure.
  • BA required.
Mariam Ahmed

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