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Sosland Publishing Company is seeking an experienced journalist for our Milling & Baking News and Food Business News print and online publications. This role is responsible for collecting ingredient market data and writing market commentary and news stories on various food commodities such as wheat, corn, soy, flour, sugar, eggs and others. An understanding of markets and their economic value will support the news-enriched quality of these publications.
The ideal candidate:
Excellent researching, interviewing, writing and editing skills
Identify and analyze market data with urgency and accuracy
Calculate percentage changes in crop production yields and identify data trends related to ingredient commodity production and prices
Provide readers with insights related to commodity markets and trends
Ability to establish, develop and maintain sources for market columns and stories
Proactively engage with industry associations and experts
Proven ability to meet deadlines while managing articles at various stages of the writing process
Develop compelling and informative editorial content to be used across traditional print and digital platforms
Ability and willingness to travel to conferences and other industry events
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Economics, Business or related discipline
5-10 years previous writing experience in a journalistic/reporting format, B2B preferred
Knowledge of the food-based markets preferred or demonstrated interest in learning the market industries
Familiarity using various social media platforms to drive content awareness.
Experience using Excel, Word, and Outlook (InDesign helpful)
Company Description
Since 1922, food industry professionals have relied on Sosland Publishing for timely information, news and commentary. Our broad selection of print and digital offerings provides rich editorial content and interactive tools to support industry leaders as they make informed decisions to adapt to a rapidly changing marketplace. Our publications reach tens of thousands of highly influential readers, and our online content generates millions of page views each year.
www.sosland.com
Since 1922, food industry professionals have relied on Sosland Publishing for timely information, news and commentary. Our broad selection of print and digital offerings provides rich editorial content and interactive tools to support industry leaders as they make informed decisions to adapt to a rapidly changing marketplace. Our publications reach tens of thousands of highly influential readers, and our online content generates millions of page views each year. www.sosland.com
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Media Production
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