Job Description:

Senior Special Writer, Economics

Barron's is looking for an experienced reporter to cover the intersection of the economy, economic policy and the business world. The topics are as big as they are important, including how fiscal and monetary policy, labor markets, inflation, deficits, regulation and other actions in Washington are impacting Wall Street and businesses. An ability to produce smart, ahead-of-the-curve analysis is a key part of the job, along with an ability to connect facts and statistics with the underlying people and companies. Strong writing skills is a must. The successful applicant also should be able to draw on a wide-range of sources and experience to develop exclusives and step-back enterprise that can keep Barron's readers informed about the most important developments and trends in economics.

Key Responsibilities

• Report and write deeply reported features and news analysis.
• Write shorter daily analysis that quickly explains the importance of news about the Federal Reserve, regulatory actions, economic statistics, and more.
• Work closely and effectively with other members of the Barron's news team.

Key skills required

• Experience writing quick and accurate articles.
• Excellent news judgment.
• Ability to write with flare and creative authority.
• Understanding of Barron's core subject matter and audience.
• Minimum of 5 years reporting experience.

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Business Area: BG - BARRON'S

Job Category: News/Editorial Group

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Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

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Req ID: 26513