Real Estate Reporter
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives. We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings for our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
Homes.com
Homes.com is already one of the fastest-growing real estate portals in the industry, we are driven to be #1. Just ask Brad Bellflower, Chief Change Officer at Apartments.com. After its acquisition in 2014, Apartments.com quickly turned into the most popular place to find a place. Proven success at the highest level – and we’re doing it again with the new Homes.com. Homes.com is a CoStar Group company with 20+ years' experience in leading and growing digital marketplaces. We pride ourselves on continually improving, innovating, and setting the standard for property search and marketing experiences. With Homes.com we’re building a brand on the cusp of defining the industry. We’re looking for big thinkers, brave leaders, and creative advertising wizards ready to influence a new age of homebuying within a tried-and-true, award-winning company.
Learn more about Homes.com.
Role Description
As a Real Estate Reporter for Homes.com (a subsidiary of CoStar Group), you'll be a member of our dynamic real estate news team, writing informative content for home buyers and reporting on market trends. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate and business journalism, excellent writing skills, and a passion for delivering insightful, informative, data led content tailored to home buyers and home sellers.
To succeed in this role, you must possess strong writing skills, be passionate about real estate, have a knack for storytelling, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork is a critical piece of our culture and a key to our success, so a collaborative and adaptable attitude is a must.
This position is located in Richmond, VA and offers the following hybrid schedule option:
4 days onsite / 1 day remote
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive content that aligns with the interests and needs of home buyers and sellers.
Creation, editing, and timely publication of high-quality blog articles on a regular basis.
Conduct interviews, research, and scriptwriting to craft compelling blog articles addressing relevant real estate subjects.
Establish a credible and trustworthy reputation as an authority within the real estate industry through insightful commentary and analysis.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Creative Writing, English, Marketing, Communications or Journalism from an accredited, not-for-profit University or College.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
A track record of commitment to prior employers.
2+ years of professional writing experience
Preferred Qualifications
A master of words who knows how to expertly craft a story
Ability to successfully multi-task and track assignments through multiple stages of production
A highly collaborative team player who is not afraid to speak up or ask questions
What’s in it for you?
Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. In addition to generous compensation and performance-based incentives, you'll be supported in both your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program.
Our Benefits Package Includes (but Is Not Limited To)
Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
Commuter and parking benefits
401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
On-site fitness center
Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks