Editor/Reporter

Posted On: September 8, 2016

Journalism Job

Media Organization: AdvisorHub

Company Description

AdvisorHub is an online forum for news, industry member submitted tips, compensation information, opinions and practical advice that financial advisors can use every day in their businesses.

Job Description

AdvisorHub, a fast-growing news site covering brokers and financial advisors and their firms, is seeking two journalists to join our expanding editorial team. In the past two years, AdvisorHub has become a leading source of news and commentary on the U.S. financial advisory industry. We have offices in New York City and the D.C. metro area, but will entertain applications from journalists who want to work remotely.

The successful candidates will contribute breaking news and features, and help guide the editorial direction and expansion of our website. They should have an interest in financial markets, the culture of the brokerage and independent advisory businesses and a passion for breaking well-sourced news and producing accurate and entertaining features. They must be proficient at developing sources and producing clean copy under tight deadlines.

We offer competitive salaries based on experience, as well as health benefits and the potential for profit-sharing as the company grows.

Key Responsibilities:
-Providing quick and clean copy daily
-Developing ideas for news and features that reflect insight into the securities industry
-Attending conferences and representing the company at industry events
-Skills & Qualifications
-At least two years of professional writing experience
-The ability to meet daily deadlines and enjoy breaking news
-Curiosity about the financial services industry
-Sense of humor and a willingness to pitch in on entrepreneurial projects
-Self-initiative, as well as willingness to work closely with colleagues and managers

To Apply

Please submit résumé and cover letter to Mason Braswell, mbraswell@advisorhub.com and copy Jed Horowitz, jhorowitz@advisorhub.com.