Freelance Trending News Writer

Benzinga; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading financial news organization is seeking a Freelance Trending News Writer to produce fast and accurate news articles. Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in financial journalism and a strong understanding of financial markets. The role requires excellent writing and research skills, with a passion for emerging trends in the financial world. You will be expected to write multiple articles per week and stay ahead of the news cycle.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in financial journalism or related fields.
• Ability to write quickly and accurately.
• Knowledge of SEO and digital content best practices.

Responsibilities

• Write fast, clear, and accurate news articles.
• Break down complex financial topics into understandable stories.
• Pitch multiple articles weekly to the lead editor.

Skills

Fast and clear writing

Understanding of financial markets

Research and analytical skills

SEO knowledge

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Job description

As a Freelance Trending News Writer for Benzinga you will

• Write fast, clear, and accurate news articles that align with Benzinga's tone and editorial guidelines (24-48 hour turnaround)
• Break down complex financial topics/news into easily understandable stories for a wide range of readers, from seasoned investors to casual traders.
• Pitch multiple articles per week to lead editor (Minimum of 10 articles per month, maximum of 40 per month).
• Stay ahead of the news cycle by predicting emerging trends and preparing content to go live as events unfold.
• Craft attention-grabbing headlines for each article.
• Ensure all content is accurate, well-researched, and optimized for SEO.
• Use a variety of tools and platforms to track financial markets and business news.

Requirements for this role are:

• At least 1-2 years of experience in financial journalism, news writing, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, trends, and business news.
• Ability to write quickly, accurately, and under tight deadlines.
• Excellent research and analytical skills, with an eye for detail.
• Knowledge of SEO and best practices for writing digital content.
• A passion for staying informed about the latest trends in the financial world.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with trading, investment, and financial terminology.