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US Economic Data News Editor

Bloomberg · Washington, DC, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Description & Requirements
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 intraday coverage through 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.

Location
Washington

Business Area
News and Media

Reference Number
10049712

Role Overview
We’re seeking an Economic Data News Editor in Washington to play a central role in this coverage. This is one of Bloomberg’s most visible and market-sensitive editorial functions, at the center of how global investors interpret the US economy: you will publish headlines and analysis within seconds of key US economic releases, helping shape how the world interprets the numbers that move markets.

At its core, this is a journalism role requiring sharp news judgment, precision and clarity under intense deadline pressure — and the ability to translate complex economic data into actionable insight for markets. The position also sits at the intersection of economics and technology, combining real-time editorial decision-making with data fluency and workflow innovation. You will work at the forefront of how AI and automation are reshaping real-time news — using new tools to enhance speed, accuracy and analytical depth while maintaining Bloomberg’s editorial standards.

We’ll trust you to

Lead real-time coverage of major US economic releases with speed, precision and strong editorial judgment

Write and publish clear, market‑sensitive headlines and analysis within seconds of data crossing the wires

Manage economist surveys that shape expectations ahead of key reports

Build and refine automated workflows — including Python-based tools — to ingest, validate and analyze structured economic data in real time

Collaborate with reporters, data analysts, product managers and engineers to strengthen Bloomberg’s real‑time data capabilities

Use AI tools thoughtfully to improve reporting workflows, extract insights from data and expand the depth of coverage

You’ll need to have

At least 3 years of experience in financial journalism, economics, markets or a closely related field, with demonstrated analytical or editorial responsibility

A solid understanding of US macroeconomic indicators and why they matter to financial markets

Advanced proficiency in Excel, including comfort working with large structured datasets under deadline

Practical Python experience, particularly in working with structured data or automating workflows

Clear, concise written English

We’d love to see

Experience covering US economic data in a real‑time or market‑focused environment

Familiarity with the Bloomberg Terminal and its data ecosystem

A track record of increasing responsibility and impact within an organization

Salary Range = 90000 - 125000 USD Annually + Benefits + Bonus

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.

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About Bloomberg

Smarter, Faster, and as always - First. That's our philosophy. Bloomberg Media empowers global business leaders with breaking news, expert opinion and proprietary data distributed on every platform, across every time zone. Like our products and solutions- our teams are agile, dynamic, and innovative. We work hard, and we work fast - while keeping up the quality and accuracy for which we're known. It's what keeps us inventing and reinventing, all the time. Our culture is wide open, just like our spaces. We challenge each other. And through our countless volunteer projects, we help bring out the best in our communities as around us, too. You can do amazing work here. Work you couldn't do anywhere else. It's up to you to make it happen.


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