Digital Editor, India
Bloomberg · Mumbai Metropolitan Region
- On site
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Mumbai Metropolitan Region
Job highlights
- Edit and curate digital content for APAC audience.
- Focus on growing India subscriber base.
- Write headlines, social, and SEO content.
- Collaborate with global newsroom teams.
- Fast-paced environment, split-second decisions.
About the role
Digital Editor, India
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 LP has built a significant media business spanning television, digital, magazine, radio and live event platforms across the globe. In the midst of a historic time in the media industry, Bloomberg Media is growing its global footprint and reach through new innovations from Bloomberg Originals to New Economy Forum.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Digital Editor to help shape and showcase the biggest stories of the day for our online audience in APAC, with a focus on growing our India subscriber base. We’re looking for a self-starter excited about breaking news and engaging audiences. You will be expected to perform a variety of roles: curate homepages, write sharp headlines, craft social and SEO language, send mobile push alerts, and post content including video across platforms.
The successful candidate will have strong news judgment, understand digital consumption habits in India as well as coverage areas that matter to a business and finance audience, especially our subscribers. You will need to have a record of collaborating with reporters and editors across a global newsroom. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that often requires making split-second decisions, and be willing to pitch in across roles.
We’ll Trust You To
- Manage homepages to highlight the biggest news of the day globally
- Curate content to show off our best stories in all formats, including newsletters, podcasts, and videos
- Develop coverage plans for breaking news and live events in collaboration with the News Desk
- Develop and experiment with audience strategies on big news from India to ensure we stand out from the competition
- Work alongside the managing editor to commission stories or videos geared towards the India audience
- Write and brainstorm web-friendly headlines with the newsroom
- Optimize content for SEO and monitor keyword opportunities
- Send mobile push alerts across regions as news breaks
- Promote priority content across social distribution platforms
- Pitch referral partners for promotion
You’ll Need To Have
- A minimum of 5 years of experience covering business journalism, financial markets, or global news, preferably in a digital newsroom environment
- Excellent news judgment and attention to detail
- Strong headline writing skills for the homepage and across social platforms
- An ability to adapt to changing news habits and audience behavior
- A collaborative spirit and a commitment to innovate and experiment
- Fluency in both spoken and written English
- Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization
We’d Love To See
- Prior experience with video scripting, filming, editing, or curation
- Prior experience with web and social publishing tools, Photoshop, and Google Search Console
Life at Bloomberg
Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans.
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Key skills/competency
- Digital Editing
- Business Journalism
- Financial Markets
- News Judgment
- Headline Writing
- SEO Optimization
- Social Media Strategy
- Content Curation
- Mobile Push Alerts
- Audience Engagement
Skills & topics
- Digital Editor
- Bloomberg
- Mumbai
- Journalism
- Financial News
- Content Curation
- SEO
- Social Media
- APAC
- India
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 5+ years in business journalism and digital newsrooms. Emphasize news judgment and SEO skills.
- Showcase collaboration: Detail experience working with global reporters and editors in previous roles.
- Demonstrate adaptability: Provide examples of adapting to changing news habits and audience behavior.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your digital content strategy for the Indian market and your comfort in fast-paced environments.
- Research Bloomberg: Understand their commitment to quality, accuracy, and innovation in financial news.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Digital Editor role at Bloomberg India?
- The primary focus of the Digital Editor role at Bloomberg India is to shape and showcase major news stories for the APAC online audience, with a specific emphasis on growing the subscriber base in India. This involves curating content, writing headlines, optimizing for SEO, and managing digital platforms.
- What kind of experience is required for the Digital Editor position?
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in business journalism, financial markets, or global news, preferably within a digital newsroom environment, is required. Strong news judgment, headline writing skills, and adaptability are also essential.
- Will this Digital Editor role involve working with global teams?
- Yes, this Digital Editor role requires a strong record of collaborating with reporters and editors across a global newsroom. You will be expected to work with international teams to develop coverage plans and curate content for a worldwide audience.
- What digital skills are important for a Digital Editor at Bloomberg?
- Key digital skills include curating homepages, writing web-friendly headlines, optimizing content for SEO, managing social media distribution, and sending mobile push alerts. Experience with video content and publishing tools is a plus.
- How does Bloomberg ensure content is accurate and useful for investors?
- Bloomberg News is known for its quality, accuracy, and ability to deliver news investors can use. This is achieved through rigorous editorial standards, experienced journalists, and a focus on providing in-depth analysis of financial markets.
- What is the work environment like at Bloomberg?
- The work environment at Bloomberg is described as fast-paced, collaborative, open, and inclusive. They pride themselves on being a truly global business with a diverse workforce that inspires employees to be their best.
- What are the benefits of working as a Digital Editor at Bloomberg?
- Bloomberg offers competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support employees and their families, including parental leave and generous retirement savings plans. They also foster a dynamic and engaging work environment.