Senior Writer/Editor (Investment News)

This is a full-time remote contractor position open to candidates anywhere in Canada.

Mediatech 

Are you always on top of the news in the stock market and economy? Do you keep tabs on the buzz surrounding Elon Musk and Nvidia? Don’t you feel frustrated knowing there’s a better way to explain finance to average Joes?

If you answered yes, this opportunity might be for you.

Mediatech, one of Europe’s fastest-growing media houses, is seeking a skilled Senior Writer/Editor to join its latest venture. This new publication aims to rival industry leaders like CNBC, using a more data-driven approach to journalism.

This is a unique chance to help shape a promising new project from the ground up—backed by the resources and stability of a proven parent company.

As part of Mediatech, you’ll enjoy the support of an established organization with a global footprint. With over 300 employees across Europe and North America, the company’s portfolio includes industry-leading brands like Cybernews.com and Healthnews.com.

• Work closely with the Managing Editor and Senior Editor to ensure the editorial team produces high-quality, timely, and accurate content that aligns with our editorial vision
• Contribute to shaping the editorial direction, ensuring the content is data-driven, engaging, and addresses emerging trends in global finance
• Provide editorial guidance and mentorship to a team of investment journalists, ensuring content meets editorial standards and is both accessible and informative for readers
• Review and edit articles on complex investment topics, ensuring they are fact-checked, clearly written, and engaging for a diverse readership
• Collaborate with other departments, such as design, and marketing, to enhance the content’s reach and engagement
• Stay informed about the latest developments in finance and investment, providing strategic insights to shape the publication’s coverage

• A degree in journalism, finance, economics, political science or a related field. 
• 5+ years of editorial experience, preferably in investment or financial journalism
• A deep understanding of global investment trends, including stocks, cryptocurrencies, economic indicators, and market movements
• Strong editorial judgment, with the ability to refine content for clarity, accuracy, and engagement
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills in English
• Critical thinking skills, with the ability to produce analytical, data-driven contentExperience working in a fast-paced newsroom environment is an advantage
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A proactive, goal-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and a passion for investment journalism

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible, remote work
• A team of editors, copywriters, graphic designers, and multimedia experts to make your work shine

• Please upload your Portfolio together with your CV
• 1st interview with an HR and Senior Editor
• Task assignment
• Final interview

• 55-75K CAD/Year. Keep in mind that we are open to discuss a different compensation based on your skills and competences.