Reporter

Arizent’s mission is to advance professional communities across a variety of today’s most transformational industries in Financial and Professional Services. We do this by uncovering powerful ideas, rallying industry leaders around them, and benchmarking their progress. Our services include the distribution of powerful content across digital channels, as well as making meaningful connections through our live events and peer networks.

If you’re interested in an organization that combines a storied 150-year legacy with a start-up mentality, we invite you to get to know us: www.arizent.com

About the position:

We are seeking an experienced business reporter to join the editorial team at American Banker. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the bank tech and fintech beat. Essential skills include the ability to break news as well as write longer analytical and feature stories on the most important trends in the worlds of tech and banking. Candidates who can work out of our New York City newsroom are preferred but we will consider remote candidates.

Core responsibilities:

• Develop ongoing beat coverage in the tech and fintech industry
• Cultivate sources and generate enterprise story ideas
• Report and break news on a tight deadline
• Research and write at least one news article a day
• Research and write two enterprise features per month
• Work closely with editors and colleagues in multiple coverage areas
  
  
  

Additional responsibilities:

Reporters for American Banker are expected to contribute to and participate in all channels and platforms through which we engage our readers. Those activities include:

• Create social media posts on a daily basis
• Participate in digital media, including podcasts, web seminars and video interviews
• Participate in live and virtual events hosted by American Banker and other Arizent brands
• Represent American Banker in other media, at industry events and in other public contexts
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Associated Press stylebook, journalistic guidelines and reporting parameters, fact-checking, copy editing and an ability to quickly adopt American Banker's in-house style
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• 3-10 years of experience in reporting, preferably in a breaking-news environment
• Ability to write with clarity, insight and depth
• A track record of working well under tight deadlines
• A sharp eye for what makes compelling news
• Proficiency in the tools of a digital newsroom (CMS, audio and video recording and editing, digital photography and editing, data analysis, social media)
• Experience and confidence participating in digital media and other public forums
• Bachelor’s degree; a degree in journalism is a plus
  
  
  

Why Join Arizent?

At Arizent, we believe that diversity is not just a policy; it's a source of strength and innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our inclusive culture encourages individuals to reach their full potential. Our dedication to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which play a crucial role in creating a supportive and enriching work environment.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Applicants are invited to state their salary expectations in their cover letter. Salary determination will be based on factors such as the candidate's work experience, knowledge, skills and geographical location. Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance. In addition to holiday pay, we offer parental leave, paid vacation, sick, personal and mental health days; a 401(k) program; a pretax transportation payment program and a fitness reimbursement program.

As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, height and weight, protected veteran status or any other protected status.

To apply for the position, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to welcoming diverse and talented individuals to our team!