Financial News Journalist

Briefs Media is on a mission to help 1.3 billion people be better with money.We are a financial media startup that specializes in financial news & investor research.We're looking for a full time financial journalist with a passion for financial markets who is excited to join our team of money nerds.You are required to have 2+ years of experience as a journalist, and you must be very familiar with the markets.* If you are not familiar with basic financial concepts like inflation - this is not the role for you.Please note: *this is a full time in office position. *Our office is located in the heart of Detroit's business district.Your role will require you to:* Research topics for our daily financial newsletter (Market Briefs - please review prior to applying)* Write articles for our newsletter and website* Edit our content for accuracy, grammar, and tone* Join our on-camera show(s) to discuss the financial markets* Make our content better!*If you are interested in this position, please do two things. (1) Apply here AND (2) send us a video. You will not be considered if you don't submit both. **Here are the video requirements:** Record a video (maximum 3-minutes) of you explaining why you'd make a great financial journalist at Briefs Media* Upload the video to Google Drive, or Dropbox, or YouTube (unlisted)* Email us the URL to the video at: * Make the subject line: Financial Journalist - Video Submission* This can be a simple cell phone video. We do NOT care about the quality of your videoWe are a startup. That means, there are certain characteristics you should be aware of prior to applying.Some of the biggest benefits of working for a startup include:* Being an early member of a fast growing team* Seeing the impact of your work* Opportunity for greater financial growthBut working for a startup is not easy. Some of the requirements of working for a startup include:* Working long hours* Enduring company pivots* Making personal sacrifices when needed*About Briefs Media. *We're a financial media company on a mission to help 1.3 billion people be better with money.We do this through our financial news and investor research products. We have a free financial newsletter called Market Briefs and a paid education and research platform called Briefs Pro.Learn more on our website here: and our social media pages.*What we expect from our team. *First, we expect our team to lead by example.* We're teaching finance, so we require our team members to live with smart financial habits.Second, we expect our team to be passionate about their work.* If you're just looking for a "job" - please don't apply.* We're looking for team members who care about the work they produce.Third, we expect our team to innovate and take risks.* We're a startup, and you'll be asked to innovate and try new things.*How much will I get paid? *We strive to ensure our team members are well compensated. Your salary will depend on your experience. The salary range for this position is listed on this page.Job Type: Full-timePay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Health insurance* Paid time off* Relocation assistanceApplication Question(s):* Did you submit a video to complete your application? (Please read job description to learn more)* On a scale of 1-10, rate your knowledge of financial markets? (With 10 being the highest)* Why did you pick that answer above? * On a scale of 1-10, rate your passion for journalism? (With 10 being the highest)* Why did you pick that number above? * Are you aware that this is an in-office position? Does that excite you? * If you could be any animal, what would you be? And why? Ability to Commute:* Detroit, MI 48226 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Detroit, MI 48226: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12