about the role:
livemint is seeking a sharp, driven, and market-savvy deputy chief content producer to join our dynamic editorial team. this role is ideal for someone who lives and breathes financial news, with a specific interest in tracking us markets, federal reserve developments, and global business trends. the ideal candidate must be quick, accurate, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced digital newsroom.
key responsibilities:
- track and report on us markets, fed decisions, and global business developments in real-time.
- write 8-10 crisp, engaging news copies per shift for with a strong emphasis on clarity and accuracy.
- run and contribute to live blogs during key market events, earnings calls, and economic announcements.
- ensure stories are seo-optimized and aligned with digital content best practices.
- collaborate with editors and fellow reporters to maintain the pace and quality of coverage during the evening hours.
requirements:
- 5-7 years of experience in digital journalism or financial news reporting.
- strong understanding of us financial markets, monetary policy, and global economic indicators.
- proven experience in handling live blogs and real-time news updates.
- excellent writing and editing skills; ability to produce high-quality content quickly.
- knowledge of seo best practices and how to apply them in a newsroom setting.
- comfortable working independently during off-peak hours with minimal supervision.
good to have:
- familiarity with cms tools and newsroom analytics platforms.
- experience working in a digital-first news environment.
- background in finance, economics, or business journalism.
