Cost of Living Reporter

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Cost of Living Reporter who will investigate economic pressures affecting everyday life in America.

Key Responsibilities:

• Break exclusive, timely stories on housing, wages, inflation, and consumer economic pressures
• Investigate how policy decisions and corporate behavior influence the cost of living
• Regularly pitch story ideas that align with the company's mission for both daily news and features

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, economics, communications, or a related field is preferred
• Proven experience as a reporter with a track record of breaking original stories on economic or consumer issues
• A strong network of sources within relevant economic and financial sectors
• Knowledgeable in SEO and experienced in CMS like WordPress and analytics tools
• Experience with multimedia or cross-platform journalism, or willingness to learn