Retail Reporter
CNBC
Englewood Cliffs, NJThis was removed by the employer on 1/14/2020 9:43:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Retail Reporter, Cnbc.Com
Responsibilities
CNBC is looking for a retail reporter to cover Walmart, Target, Home Depot, Lowe's, Best Buy and other big-box stores. This reporter will handle quick-hitting, breaking news, as well as work to develop more in-depth features.
Responsibilities
of Retail Reporter could include, but are not limited to:
• Developing story ideas alone or in collaboration with other members of the consumer team.
• Covering breaking news with accuracy and authority in real time.
• Writing long-form features, investigative projects, profiles and some video scripts.
• Developing sources within the industry that will allow for informed coverage.
Qualifications
/Requirements
• A proven track record of breaking news and filing stories in a fast-paced, real-time news environment.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience as a beat reporter or editor, preferably covering retail or e-commerce.
• Experience as a writer and/or editor including the ability to perform in a high-volume, deadline- oriented environment.
• Strong writing, reporting, social media and technology skills.
• An ability to collaborate across teams, including with television producers and social media staff.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, and/or weekends when necessary.
• Must be highly motivated, extremely organized, detail-oriented, and possess outstanding communication and coordination skills.
Desired Characteristics
• BA or college-level equivalent.
• Experience at a major online news site, daily financial publication or the business desk of a midsize daily newspaper.
• Passionate about internet storytelling and creating the best user experience online, with proven experience in a creative environment.
• Ongoing knowledge of and interest in the business world and financial news.
• Knowledge of television production process helpful.
• Solid understanding of web standards, design, and usability.