Associate Reporter, Make It

This is a Full Time Job

Responsibilities

CNBC Digital is looking to hire a talented associate reporter to join the NYC-based Make It brand. CNBC Make It is a popular, consumer-friendly publication, devoted to helping young professionals be smarter and more successful with their businesses, money, work, and lives.

The associate reporter will be a member of the Money team. They will be responsible for reporting and writing engaging personal finance-focused content that inspires the curious reader. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and reporting skills, an interest in money, and a knack for making complex subjects interesting and relatable.

What you'll do:
• Work on assignments at the direction of editors
• Report and write aggregated and original stories -- from relevant news and trend stories to advice and service pieces -- around personal finance, investing, and business
• Support reporters and senior reporters with additional data collection and reporting as needed
• Generate story ideas
• Contribute to multi-platform coverage when needed
• Use social media to distribute and promote content
• Open to constructive criticism and guidance from editors

Qualifications

What you'll bring:
• You have at least 1 year of experience at a large online content destination, such as a major online news site or financial newspaper
• Proven ability to report and write accurately and clearly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven news environment
• Highly motivated, extremely organized, detail-oriented, outstanding communication and coordination skills
• Familiarity with following and reporting on personal finance topics
• Familiarity and comfort with social media
• Ability to make financial stories relatable and convey how they could impact readers personally

Desired Characteristics
You'll stand out if:
• You have a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• You're passionate about digital storytelling, personal finance, and creating the best user experience online
• You possess knowledge of or interest in the business world or financial news

Additional Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary Range: $55,000- $65,000

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