Ben G.

Data Labelling Analyst II, on assignment at Meta @ Tundra Technical Solutions

About

I'm a motivated career changer diving headfirst into the world of software development. After more than a decade working as a journalist/content specialist, I recently completed an intensive software engineering bootcamp at Flatiron School. There, I learned to build full-stack web applications using a variety of technologies including Flask and React. I'm continuing my education on my own learning new languages, libraries and frameworks. I'm currently looking for a full-time job where I can continue to learn and grow as a developer. I'm based in Brooklyn, NY. Feel free to contact me at geier.benjamin@gmail.com.

Country

United States

City

New York City Metropolitan Area

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Flask, Python (Programming Language), React.js, JavaScript, HTML, Personal Finance, Editing, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Blogging, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Research, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Copy Editing, Journalism, Public Speaking, Proofreading

Experience

Data Labelling Analyst II, on assignment at Meta

Tundra Technical Solutions

2025-8 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

Analyzing search returns on Meta products and competitors to help create the most accurate results for users.

Founding Software Engineer

Dry Night Out

2024-12 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Developing MVP for a sober networking app at live events using Python/Flask backend and JavaScript/React frontend. • Implemented features for seamless user interaction and event discovery. • Collaborated with team to ensure app launch success in 2025.

Writer, Personal Finance

CBS News

2023-10 - 2024-1 · 4 mos

Writing content to help people make good choices with their money.

Editor

SmartAsset

2021-1 - 2023-6 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Brooklyn, New York, United States

I edit personal finance content and help make individuals make the best choices regarding their financial futures. I helped launch a personal finance newsletter that was sent four times a week, generated an average of $10,000 in revenue per send and had an open rate of around 50%.

Writer/Editor

SmartAsset

2018-3 - 2021-1 · 2 yrs 11 mos

Greater New York City Area

CNNMoney Writer

CNN Business

2017-2 - 2018-3 · 1 yr 2 mos

Greater New York City Area

I wrote about all types of breaking news related to business, markets, and financial policy. Previously, I curated the news for CNNMoney's mobile app, CNNMoneyStream.

Contract Writer

Mic

2017-1 - 2017-2 · 2 mos

New York

Wrote about politics and policy.

Reporter

Fortune

2014-5 - 2016-8 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Greater New York City Area

I was a writer and reporter for Fortune.com, focusing on politics and leadership. I also wrote breaking news about myriad topics including tech, transportation and entertainment.

Associate Editor

Royal Media

2013-9 - 2014-4 · 8 mos

Greater New York City Area

I covered captives, banks and other lenders for the Auto Finance News publication. I also specialized in coverage of regulation of the auto finance industry, especially the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and issues related to the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. I was also responsible for "Auto Finance News Update," our weekly newsletter. I edited and designed the newsletter, distributed every Thursday.

Reporter

InvestmentWires

2012-5 - 2013-8 · 1 yr 4 mos

New York, New York

I reported on the mutual fund and 401(k) industry. My focus was on 401(k) recordkeepers, the firms at the heart of the defined contribution industry. I have a vast array of sources from within the industry including top-level CEOs, wholesalers and recruiters. I covered all of the important stories within the space including deals, hirings, promotions and new products.

Board Member

Student Publishing Company

2012-3 - 2013-6 · 1 yr 4 mos

Evanston, IL

I sat as the Young Alumni Member of the Board of Directors for the independent company that publishes my college paper.

Education

Flatiron School

Software Engineering

2024-3 - 2024-6 · 4 mos

Northwestern University

Journalism, History

2007 - 2011 · 4 yrs

The City University of New York

Political Science

2016 - 2021 · 5 yrs

Masters in Political Science with a concentration in political theory. Completed a masters thesis about John Locke’s colonial defense and American liberal Zionism.

The Wharton School

2014 - 2014

Attended a three-day crash course in business topics. Classes included Fundamentals of Accounting, Understanding Financial Statements and Global Business Topics. All classes were taught by Wharton professors.