Industry Dive, Inc.
Washington, DC
Application Deadline: Jan. 24, 2023
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Job Description
We’re looking for a sharp Reporter to be a part of our Payments Dive publication. You’ll regularly write business, financial and regulatory stories on payments industry companies, including breaking news briefs, earnings-related pieces and in-depth original stories. The job will give you an opportunity to build a beat in the burgeoning payments arena. You’ll assist in editing stories and the newsletter, cultivate relationships with sources and collaborate with a team of experienced journalists. This position reports to the Lead Editor.
Job Qualifications
- A track record of strong writing and reporting skills and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced news environment.
- Experience in business, financial services, payments and/or fintech reporting is highly preferred.
- An ability to interpret and analyze business concepts and major news stories, including financial reports and government regulations.
- An ability to build relationships with industry, government and other sources and grasp complex subjects related to the payments industry.
- Strong digital news knowledge and aptitude.
- Deadline-oriented time management skills; an ability to turn around stories on tight deadlines, including breaking news coverage.
- Proficiency in social media platforms.
- A bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in journalism, English or similar field.
