Nab a top editorial position in Texas
StreetAuthority.com is in search of an managing editor in Austin, Texas.
The managing editor would train and lead the organization’s editorial staff as well as provide editorial direction. The selected candidate would also be responsible for editing content, writing daily newsletters and articles on financial news and heading the organization’s research team.
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or journalism. They should also posses at least two years’ experience at a financial publishing firm and two years’ experience in financial editing and writing. Candidates should have followed U.S. equity markets on a daily basis throughout the past five to ten years and must “be comfortable predicting future stock market trends and individual stock price performance.” To apply, send your resume, five recent clips related to stock market analysis, and a cover letter to jobs@streetauthority.com. You also need to provide answers to the following questions in your application:
- What are the first steps you take when searching for a high-quality investment idea?
- What fundamental characteristics do you look for in a good investment?
- Explain your investing track record. How successful have your investments been over time?
- What is your favorite source of written financial analysis/investing ideas? What do you like about this company’s writing/research?
- What is your previous experience in the financial newsletter industry? What do you feel are the three most important determinants of editorial success in this industry?
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