Morningstar is hiring: Markets Reporter in New York

Morningstar seeks an experienced financial journalist for the position of markets reporter on our New York-based markets coverage team. Our core mission is to help investors meet their financial goals, and we approach covering the markets through that lens. That means putting the day-to-day noise of the markets in context while informing investors about the news and trends that are critical to making smart decisions.

We are looking for a reporter who can combine a lively, engaging style with a proven ability to make complex subjects accessible to a wide audience, from advisors and sophisticated DIY investors to readers whose investing experience may only be a target-date fund in their 401(k).

The successful candidate will do more than parrot the conventional wisdom spouted by market pundits about the factors driving the market’s ups and downs. Instead, you’ll be able to tap into Morningstar’s extensive in-house database and research to explain and illustrate market trends in a way that differentiates our coverage from that of other news outlets.

Job responsibilities:

1. Write two or three articles per week, ranging from short takes to longer deep dives.
2. Report on high-level trends in stock and bond markets, as well as key equity market sectors and industries.
3. Write about Fed policy and important economic trends as they relate to the markets.
4. Provide investors with insights on high-profile individual stocks and stocks in the news.
5. Profile important IPOs.
6. As warranted, report on commodities and cryptocurrencies.
7. Build narratives around key investing trends using data from Morningstar and other sources.
8. Turn data into compelling charts.

Qualifications:

1. A passion for the markets.
2. 3+ years actively covering stock or bond markets.
3. Proven ability to write on deadline and accomplish same-day turnaround.
4. Strong news judgement in identifying subjects for articles.
5. Demonstrated comfort with learning new databases and other tools.
6. Curious, creative thinker with a collaborative approach to producing commentary and storytelling.
7. A bachelor’s degree is required.

Compensation and Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

1. Financial Health
   • 75% 401k match up to 7%
   • Stock Ownership Potential
   • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
2. Physical Health
   • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
   • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
   • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
3. Emotional Health
   • Trust-Based Time Off
   • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
   • 6-Week Paid Family Leave & Paternity Leave
   • Adoption Assistance
   • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
   • Annual Education Stipend
   • Tuition Reimbursement
4. Social Health
   • Charitable Matching Gifts program
   • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
   • Paid volunteering days
   • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Base Salary Compensation Range

$72,000.00 - $122,400.00

About the company

Morningstar, Inc. is an American financial services firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and was founded by Joe Mansueto in 1984.

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