Breaking News Editor (Chinese Speaker)
About The Position
Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and providing analysis on financial markets, from daily coverage through to in-depth features. We are known for our quality, accuracy and ability to deliver news investors can use. It's what keeps us inventing and re-inventing, all the time. Bloomberg News is seeking a bilingual editor to cover China-related news during overnight hours. As a Breaking News Editor, you'll be at the front line of real-time journalism, scanning a nonstop flow of information, spotting what matters, and delivering fast, accurate coverage that moves markets. From government statements and corporate filings to US-China tensions and viral social media stories, you'll distill the firehose of raw information into clear, impactful headlines and short-form stories. This is a fast paced, high-impact role where speed and precision are everything.
Requirements
- At least five years of financial journalism experience, ideally at a leading financial publication
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Mandarin to support in-depth China coverage
- Strong understanding of China's economy and government, along with proven knowledge of global financial markets
- Comfort working in a fast paced, real-time news environment, with an eagerness to embrace technology and innovation
- A competitive drive to deliver news first, and best, to Bloomberg's global readership
Responsibilities
- Make quick decisions on whether and how to cover breaking news, predominantly about China but also the rest of the world
- Write and publish real-time headlines and short-form stories with speed, accuracy and context under immediate deadlines
- Collaborate closely with colleagues in Asia and across our global newsroom to anticipate and prepare for major news developments
- Stay on top of key trends and stories that matter to investors, policymakers and market participants
- Embrace the latest technology to filter information and stay ahead of competitors
- Be a reliable, flexible and constructive presence on a fast-moving team
- Collaborate closely with colleagues across our global newsroom to anticipate and prepare for major news developments, be it coverage planning or tool maintenance
Benefits
- paid holidays
- paid time off
- medical
- dental
- vision
- short and long term disability benefits
- 401(k) +match
- life insurance
- various wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
