Writer- Editor, Grow
CNBC
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Full Time Job
Responsibilities
CNBC has partnered with Acorns, the country's fastest growing financial wellness system, on the importance of educating current and future investors. We at Grow (CNBC Acorns) have built an editorial and production team to create actionable, relatable and uplifting personal finance and investing content which will inspire and empower everyday Americans to make informed financial decisions.
What you'll do:
The Grow Writer-Editor will be responsible for pitching, writing and editing engaging content aligned with an optimistic target brand voice that informs, educates and inspires readers about trending market news stories and personal finance and investing topics. The ideal candidate will have strong reporting and editing skills, as well as a knack for making complex subjects interesting and relatable.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a short-term position unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.
Responsibilities
could include, but are not limited to:
• Working with staff reporters and outside contributors to deliver compelling, insightful and high-quality digital content.
• Generating innovative story and series ideas, and executing on existing franchises.
• Identifying and building partnerships that strengthen coverage.
• Generating innovative story ideas, collaborating with and guiding writers, while also independently writing and reporting
• Research, source, pitch and write personal finance and investing pieces for digital platforms
• Deliver written content on deadlines set by Senior Editor
• Collaborating with the Acorns digital video team to create informative and highly engaging videos.
What we'll offer:
At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you'll have access to great perks and amenities:
• Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, basketball court and running course, plus daily group classes
• Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars
• Unwind -- Massage therapy, ping pong tables, foosball
• Extras -- Dry cleaning, shoe shining and sneak peeks
Don't have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City
When you join the NBCUniversal family, you'll get…
We're a global company that values our employee's individual experiences and wellbeing. We know that we're smarter, more dynamic and better together. That's why we offer benefits and perks to meet your unique needs. Read more about them on our careers site here. We invite you to seek the excitement, the challenges and the opportunities that make working here so rewarding.
Qualifications
/Requirements
What you'll bring:
• At least 4 years' experience as a writer and/or editor
• The ability to perform in a high-volume, deadline-oriented environment
• Experience at large online content destination, such as a major online news site or financial newspaper
• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail and outstanding communication skills
• A proven ability to accurately and clearly edit and write in a fast-paced news environment
Desired Characteristics
You'll stand out if:
• You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• You're passionate about digital storytelling and creating the best user experience online, with proven experience in a creative environment.
• You have ongoing knowledge of and interest in the business world and financial news.
• You're a storytelling entrepreneur in your own right – someone who is excited about the success of a new enterprise and curious about the world.
• You see story ideas in the unexpected and can't wait to bring them back to the team.