Business Journalist

Job Description

Role Summary: The Business Journalist is responsible for researching, writing, and editing high-quality content focused on business topics, business news, market trends, company developments, and industry insights. This includes creating news articles, blogs, reports, case studies, whitepapers, and interviews that inform and engage professional audiences. The role requires a strong grasp of economic concepts, business operations, and digital content trends. Key Responsibilities: Research and write high-quality articles on business topics including finance, startups, market trends, economic developments, and stakeholders to generate unique insights. Conduct interviews with business leaders, analysts, and subject matter experts. Translate complex business information into accessible, engaging content. Collaborate with marketing, SEO, and PR and editorial teams to align content with business goals and SEO broader brand strategies. Monitor business news and emerging trends to generate relevant story ideas. Monitor analytics to understand what content performs best and optimize accordingly. Create content for different platforms: websites, newsletters, social media, and print publications. Ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of all published material. Stay up to date with legal and ethical journalism standards. Ensure all content is fact-checked, accurate, and aligned with journalistic ethics. Key Skills & Qualifications: Degree in Journalism, Business, Economics, Communications, or a related field. 5 plus years of experience in business journalism or content writing. Proven experience in business journalism, editing, and proofreading skills, content writing, or editorial roles. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and explain data. Understanding of SEO and digital publishing tools (e.g., WordPress, Google Analytics). Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A portfolio of published business content is a strong advantage. Strong understanding of business concepts, financial literacy, and market dynamics. Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple content assignments. Familiarity with SEO best practices and digital content platforms. Strong research and interviewing skills. Ideal Candidate Profile: Curious and analytical, with a passion for business and economic topics. Able to write both news-driven and thought leadership pieces. Understands the intersection of content and brand positioning. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving media or startup environment. Show more Show less