Breaking News Editor, Markets
Sherwood Media is Robinhood's new, independent media brand for news and information about the markets, economics, business, technology, and the culture of money. The story of money is the story of culture, and Sherwood is the secret weapon for the next generation of investors. Our team is making financial news more accessible, entertaining, and relevant by improving the way it is curated, shared, and consumed. We are building on the success of Snacks — our flagship markets and business newsletter — which has one of the largest audiences in the country.
About the team + role
We’re looking for an experienced financial news junkie who is driven by the opportunity to inform readers and Robinhood traders. The ideal candidate will have impeccable news judgment and a knack for writing punchy headlines that explain in less characters than a tweet the what, why, and how of market-moving news for Robinhood App customers.
You are adept at monitoring multiple sources in real-time to identify impactful events, releases, developments, and statements while screening out the noise. You can succinctly and accurately explain what’s moving a stock, significant events in the economy, and material developments in the business world. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are incredibly detail-oriented, experienced working with analytics and content management tools, and understand how to delegate and communicate with a distributed editorial team in periods of market volatility.
The role is located in the office location(s) listed on this job description which will align with our in-office working environment. Please connect with your recruiter for more information regarding our in-office philosophy and expectations.
What you’ll do
- You’ll write, refine, and program headlines and push notifications about news that is moving individual equities, sectors, or the broader market for the Robinhood app, working with different tools in a breaking news environment.
- Constantly monitor various sources of breaking news and stock market data to discover market news and alert relevant editors and reporters.
- Assist the Markets editor to assign, edit, and run “traffic control” during busy market moments, identifying important news and the key factors advancing the news.
- As part of the Sherwood Media team, you’ll be on the pulse of the daily financial news cycle and expected to be able to write and edit of-the-day market news.
- You'll work closely with editors and reporters to plan, pitch, develop, and fact-check stories. This includes keeping an active knowledge of the top companies of interest to Robinhood traders and ensuring coverage of key moments that will likely affect their stock, such as Apple’s WWDC, investor days, earnings, etc.
- You’ll leverage data and analytics to prioritize and plan coverage, constantly iterating to improve and supply the best news experience for retail traders.
- We’ll lean on you to help share and execute experiments and initiatives, finding new, strategic ways to reach our audience within the Robinhood app.
- You'll help ensure our news products span a balance of perspectives and topics, and uphold Sherwood’s editorial and ethics standards.
What you bring
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent work experience in a newsroom setting
- Previous experience covering markets news, working in, and reacting to breaking-news situations
- A deep familiarity with different content management systems, data analytics tools, and the ability to program within multiple touch points with precision.
- A love for news, especially financial and business news, and comprehensive grasp of other key editorial players in the landscape. You’re eager to make people’s financial lives better through news that delivers key insights and education
- Quick. Clear. Engaging. You’re able to break down financial concepts and make them easy to understand and digestible for a broad audience
- You have an ownership mentality. You're constantly looking for the next story, and are driven to hone your craft and find better ways to serve our audience
- You prioritize quality and pay strong attention to detail, factual precision, and nuance
- Flexibility and willingness to collaborate cross-functionally, experiment, and develop new tools
What we offer
- Market competitive and pay equity-focused compensation structure
- 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
- Annual lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more!
- Lifetime maximum benefit for family forming and fertility benefits
- Dedicated mental health support for employees and eligible dependents
- Generous time away including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
- Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter benefits
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Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected salary range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. This role is also eligible to participate in a Robinhood bonus plan and Robinhood’s equity plan. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$119,000 - $140,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$105,000 - $123,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)
$93,000 - $109,000 USD
Click here to learn more about Robinhood’s Benefits.
We’re looking for more growth-minded and collaborative people to be a part of our journey in democratizing finance for all. If you’re ready to give 100% in helping us achieve our mission—we’d love to have you apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every single requirement in this posting. At Robinhood, we're looking for people invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world, not just those who simply check off all the boxes.
Robinhood embraces a diversity of backgrounds and experiences and provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are dedicated to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work (and work environment) will be for everyone. Additionally, Robinhood provides reasonable accommodations for candidates on request and respects applicants' privacy rights. To review Robinhood's Privacy Policy please review the specific policy applicable to your country.
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