Thomson Reuters
Fact-Checking Editor (Level 1 Journalist)
Thomson Reuters, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Reuters is seeking an experienced editor to take part in our fact-checking project and support the high volume of editing demands from our global fact-checking output.The ideal candidate can effortlessly take the lead on editing or assigning stories as well as juggle the demands of both editorial standards and business development.This hybrid working position will be based in our newsroom in New York, Washington D.C., or Toronto.About the Role
As our
Fact Checking Editor (Level 1 Journalist) , you will:Proactively edit articles while fostering a positive, collaborative and inclusive work environmentEnforce Reuters' editorial and ethical standards, adhering to style, guidelines and policies laid out by the Reuters Trust Principles and the Reuters Handbook of JournalistsShow attention to detail by ensuring stories meet Reuters' standards for accuracy, speed, balance and claritySupport fact-check article production and build closer ties with the broader Reuters news fileMentor early-career journalists to deepen their knowledge and sharpen their coverageCollaborate with journalists across regional teams to develop fact-checking articlesMeet Reuters Fact Check deliverables outlined in our fact-checking partnershipsExplore latest digital verification techniques and toolsProduce fact-checking articles or explainers when requiredAbout You
You're a fit for the role of
Fact Checking Editor (Level 1 Journalist) , if your background includes:At least 6 years of international news writing and/or editing experienceDemonstrated experience editing under tight deadlines and sharing constructive feedback with journalistsProven track record of writing and/or editing clean, accurate news copy under tight deadlines in a newsroomShow a proven interest in covering misinformation or fact-checkingOutstanding news judgementThe ability to identify emerging trends online and misinformationCuriosity to learn and openness to feedback. Enthusiastic about collaborating with colleagues across different beats and cultures.Fluency in Arabic, French, Spanish or any other European language is a plusPrior experience in OSINT or fact-checking would be a clear advantage.Please note the application deadline is
Sunday, November 17th .What's in it for you
At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:Global Career:
As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities.Learning & Development:
On-the-job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists.Benefits:
We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits including paid volunteering days.Perks:
Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world's most important stories.About Reuters
Reuters is the world's largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.Reuters: The Real World in Real Time.Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The location(s) for this role include one or more of the following metro locations: Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $72,000 - $130,000.We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments that celebrate diversity and inclusion. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.Accessibility
As a global business, we rely on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer providing a drug-free workplace.We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.
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As our
Fact Checking Editor (Level 1 Journalist) , you will:Proactively edit articles while fostering a positive, collaborative and inclusive work environmentEnforce Reuters' editorial and ethical standards, adhering to style, guidelines and policies laid out by the Reuters Trust Principles and the Reuters Handbook of JournalistsShow attention to detail by ensuring stories meet Reuters' standards for accuracy, speed, balance and claritySupport fact-check article production and build closer ties with the broader Reuters news fileMentor early-career journalists to deepen their knowledge and sharpen their coverageCollaborate with journalists across regional teams to develop fact-checking articlesMeet Reuters Fact Check deliverables outlined in our fact-checking partnershipsExplore latest digital verification techniques and toolsProduce fact-checking articles or explainers when requiredAbout You
You're a fit for the role of
Fact Checking Editor (Level 1 Journalist) , if your background includes:At least 6 years of international news writing and/or editing experienceDemonstrated experience editing under tight deadlines and sharing constructive feedback with journalistsProven track record of writing and/or editing clean, accurate news copy under tight deadlines in a newsroomShow a proven interest in covering misinformation or fact-checkingOutstanding news judgementThe ability to identify emerging trends online and misinformationCuriosity to learn and openness to feedback. Enthusiastic about collaborating with colleagues across different beats and cultures.Fluency in Arabic, French, Spanish or any other European language is a plusPrior experience in OSINT or fact-checking would be a clear advantage.Please note the application deadline is
Sunday, November 17th .What's in it for you
At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:Global Career:
As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities.Learning & Development:
On-the-job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists.Benefits:
We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits including paid volunteering days.Perks:
Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world's most important stories.About Reuters
Reuters is the world's largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.Reuters: The Real World in Real Time.Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The location(s) for this role include one or more of the following metro locations: Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $72,000 - $130,000.We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments that celebrate diversity and inclusion. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.Accessibility
As a global business, we rely on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer providing a drug-free workplace.We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.
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