What are the responsibilities and job description for the Energy & Commodities Editor position at Bloomberg?
Location
Houston
Business Area
News and Media
Ref #
10050302
Description & Requirements
Bloomberg News is looking for a versatile and energetic editor to join its commodities and energy group in the Americas. From breaking news on corporate mergers to major moves in global commodity markets to the latest pledges to curb carbon emissions, Bloomberg's coverage in this area is broad, fast-paced and deeply reported. We need someone who can work closely with reporters on tight deadlines to cut through industry jargon and explain important and complex ideas to a global audience.
The successful candidate will be comfortable switching gears between subject matters and different story formats, and will be expected to forge collaborative relationships as part of a multinational news organization that includes our website, TV, radio and Bloomberg Businessweek magazine.
You'll be wrestling with complicated subject matter that needs to be broken down for the broadest possible audience, and you'll be working with reporters to improve writing and elevate stories. You'll have solid news judgement, and the ability to help reporters quickly join the dots.
This role can be based in New York, Washington D.C., Houston or Chicago.
We'll Trust You To
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
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Houston
Business Area
News and Media
Ref #
10050302
Description & Requirements
Bloomberg News is looking for a versatile and energetic editor to join its commodities and energy group in the Americas. From breaking news on corporate mergers to major moves in global commodity markets to the latest pledges to curb carbon emissions, Bloomberg's coverage in this area is broad, fast-paced and deeply reported. We need someone who can work closely with reporters on tight deadlines to cut through industry jargon and explain important and complex ideas to a global audience.
The successful candidate will be comfortable switching gears between subject matters and different story formats, and will be expected to forge collaborative relationships as part of a multinational news organization that includes our website, TV, radio and Bloomberg Businessweek magazine.
You'll be wrestling with complicated subject matter that needs to be broken down for the broadest possible audience, and you'll be working with reporters to improve writing and elevate stories. You'll have solid news judgement, and the ability to help reporters quickly join the dots.
This role can be based in New York, Washington D.C., Houston or Chicago.
We'll Trust You To
- Produce crisp and concise edits that resonate with a wide audience -- from our most sophisticated terminal users to our broader online readers
- Quickly learn about a wide variety of subjects, deepening your own knowledge of energy/commodity companies and markets so you can effectively guide reporters
- Move fast. Be accurate. And think ahead. We want to own the biggest stories from start to finish, from the critical first 15 minutes of breaking news all the way to the in-depth features and analysis.
- Collaborate with colleagues across teams, bureaus and continents to break news and give a global perspective to our audience
- Communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders and develop good relationships with reporters and managers in the group
- Several years of experience of business or economic news reporting in a real-time environment, ideally with good knowledge of the energy and commodity markets
- Strong writing skills and a creative sensibility
- Good people skills and a willingness to collaborate across the organization
- A sense of urgency and an understanding of what our readers want
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
Discover what makes Bloomberg unique - watch our for an inside look at our culture, values, and the people behind our success.
Salary : $90,000 - $125,000