Hiring: Economics Editor, CNBC Company: Versant Media Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:15:43 Target Skills & Keywords : CV About the job Required Skills: •CNBC is seeking an experienced and strategic •To lead and elevate our coverage of the Federal Reserve, economic policy and the broader U.S. economy across the newsroom. This editor will play a central role in shaping how CNBC explains the forces driving markets, politics, business and everyday life for our audiences. •The Economics Editor will work closely with reporters, producers and editors across CNBC, particularly within our politics and policy teams, to deliver authoritative, timely and differentiated coverage. Success in this role requires collaboration, strong communication skills and the ability to bring people together around a shared editorial vision. •Lead CNBC’s newsroom-wide coverage of the Federal Reserve, economic policy and the economy. •Set daily and long-term editorial priorities, ensuring CNBC is first, smart and distinctive on major economic stories. •Edit and shape breaking news, explainers, analysis, enterprise pieces and exclusive sourced reporting. •Identify major storylines early and develop coverage plans that maximize audience impact. •Work strategically to leverage CNBC’s top talent, reporters and on-air personalities to create best-in-class journalism. Qualifications: •Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through careers.versantmedia.com to be considered. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. •Significant editing experience in a major newsroom, with leadership responsibility. •Deep knowledge of the Federal Reserve, U.S. economic policy and macroeconomic trends. •Proven success managing breaking news, analytical coverage, enterprise projects and sourced reporting. •If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com. Compensation: •$160,000 - $200,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!