Pros
Lots of opportunity to learn energy markets and commodities. Can be a stepping stone to trading or a career in journalism. Hard work can be handsomely rewarded with significant pay increases. The benefits are very good, health care will cost you next to nothing, 50% 401K match, 3-weeks of vacation at the start with annual increases in vacation time. No requirement to work weekends
Cons
Management could listen more to employees about how to improve reports and stories. There's a lot of turnover here because there isn't much room from advancement, only lateral moves across different energy / commodity markets. The news room seems to be perpetually understaffed and many people seem to never leave their desk. The flat structure of the organization makes it easier for co-workers and other departments to push more work on you -- be ready to set limits for yourself