Trends Editor - Technology

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Title: Trends Editor

Location: NYC

Sector: Technology

Who We Are: GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions, and reach more customers. Using unique data, expert analysis, and innovative solutions, we deliver intelligence across 20+ industries to 5,000+ customers worldwide. Stylus, part of GlobalData, is the expert source for trends and insights. It gives brands and agencies the ideas, insights and thought leadership they need to make trailblazing decisions and build lucrative futures. They do this by identifying, analysing and decoding the most important global trends and consumer shifts from 20+ industries.

Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognize the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.

The role
We are looking for an Editor to join our Consumer Lifestyle team. This role will focus on technology trends, covering topics including artificial intelligence, consumer electronics, mobility and more. You’ll investigate how technology intersects with larger concerns, such as wellness, sustainability and inclusivity. If you’re interested in exploring technology from a consumer behaviour lens, then you’re in the right place. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic researcher, writer and editor with strong writing skills, deep cultural curiosity, and the desire to get under the skin of a broad range of brand and consumer-related subjects. This position is open to candidates in New York.

What You’ll Be Doing

Write short- and long-form articles about trending topics in technology for a B2B audience

Stay up-to-date on consumer technology trends

Research for short- and long-form articles

Pitch ideas for short- and long-form content

Think strategically about how technology trends influence consumer behaviour and reveal new commercial opportunities

Commission and edit articles

Interview industry experts for long-form articles

Communicate with a hybrid global team (based in New York & London)

Upload articles to our proprietary CMS, including sourcing images

We’ll Sometimes Ask You To

Attend industry trade shows and conferences to learn about emerging trends (occasionally involving travel)

Contribute to wider consumer lifestyle reporting and projects

Attend meetings with clients

Give presentations to client and public audiences

What We Are Looking For

Strong writing, analysis and editorial skills

A keen interest in technology and exploring how it shapes and guides consumer behaviours

Desire to engage in critical, analytical thinking about technology and its future impact

Understanding how to source and use the best data and statistics to validate content

Ability to succinctly and clearly explain complex topics to a business audience

A good visual eye with an ability to source compelling imagery

Ability to quickly learn our company style guide and adapt writing accordingly

Genuine curiosity (and excitement) about the future

What We Offer

High growth, ambitious environment that offers unlimited opportunities for success

Tailored training and development plans, including LinkedIn Learning and ongoing Learning and Development opportunities

Generous PTO policy

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Pet Insurance

Company sponsored Life insurance, AD&D, STD, and LTD

Maternity and Paternity leave

401k Match

Corporate gym rates

Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health, and legal advice

GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

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