Barrons is a group of autonomous established media brands and startups distinguished for their influence, top notch content, global reach and commitment to modern storytelling and the latest technologies. The unit combines brands, like the magazine, Barron's and Web sites, MarketWatch, Financial News, and Mansion Global as well as new ventures.
Job Description:
Barron’s is seeking an experienced Digital Editor to join its talented news team.
Barron’s strongly values teamwork, so a collaborative approach is required.
This editor ideally would be based in London, working with a team that primarily edits and publishes stories for readers living on the East Coast of the U.S. We are open to other locations, as long as this person can start their workday early in the morning eastern standard time.
Responsibilities include:
Experience editing, rewriting, and publishing news quickly and accurately on deadline at a major publication
Curation of the site's early morning homepages with solid news judgement
Production and editing of our popular daily morning newsletter
A knack for writing attention-grabbing headlines, mobile push alerts, and ledes that inform and educate readers
Expertise with SEO and other digital best practices
Proficiency with data to create and brainstorm charts and graphics that accompany articles
An eye for photos that illustrate our journalism
Knowledge of U.S. markets, financial news, and companies
Basic Qualifications:
-Minimum three years editing experience
-Demonstrated experience working with content analytics tools
-Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative digital newsroom
Preferred Qualifications:
-Three or more years editing experience
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets .
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Business Area: BG - BARRON'S
Job Category: News/Editorial Group
Union Status:
Non-Union / No clear and likely Internal Candidate (Employee Only) has been identified
Req ID: 34210
