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Morningstar's mission is to empower investor success. Morningstar's Editorial team plays a crucial role in supporting this mission. We create engaging digital and print content to inform investors and help them meet their financial goals. We are looking for a strong writer and editor to join our publications team. This person will be as comfortable crunching investment data as they are reviewing final proofs for a print magazine.

About the role:

In this role, you will work with a cross-disciplinary team of editors, research analysts, portfolio managers, and investment specialists to support our publications and lead content development for our monthly stock- and dividends-strategy print newsletters. In this role, you will crunch investing data, master all stages of the publication-production process, edit content written by experienced portfolio managers, researchers and analysts, and write interesting stock-focused articles for subscribers. You will ensure our content is jargon-free, clearly written, and action-oriented.

This position is based in our Chicago office. We follow a hybrid policy of four days onsite and one day of remote work.

We're looking for someone who will:

• Curate research and produce our monthly print newsletters, Morningstar DividendInvestor and Morningstar StockInvestor.

• Use automated tools to deliver data on the investing strategies featured in the two newsletters.

• Produce email newsletters updating subscribers on portfolio changes and performance.

• Contribute data visualizations and investment articles for the quarterly Morningstar magazine.

• Pitch in when needed in the publication process of the magazine.

• Write occasional articles for Morningstar.com.

• Be an active editor by coaching writers and research analysts on how to best tell their stories.

• Participate in story ideation and content creation efforts with coordination from the publications team.

• Track and understand audience analytics to develop engaging content.

Requirements:

• At least five years of experience in journalism or content creation working for digital and print publications or a research-focused organization.

• A strong understanding and experience writing about investing and the markets with a specific focus on stocks.

• A degree in journalism, English, communications, or a related field.

• Experience editing content for various formats, including print.

• Superb communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Demonstrated ability to work with writers, designers, and subject-matter experts.

• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

• Experience with AP Style.

Compensation and Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health

  • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary

  • Stock Ownership Potential

  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission

• Physical Health

  • Comprehensive health benefits(medical/dental/vision)including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plansand coverages

  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual

  • Company-provided long- and short-termdisabilityinsurance

• Emotional Health

  • Trust-Based Time Off

  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program

  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave

  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Leadership Coaching & FormalMentorshipOpportunities

  • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses

  • Tuition Reimbursement

• Social Health

  • Charitable Matching Gifts program

  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program

  • Paid volunteering days

  • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Total Cash Compensation Range

Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.