US DIGITAL INVESTIGATION EDITOR, WASHINGTON DC (H/F)

JOB DESCRIPTIONGlobal news agency AFP is offering an exciting opportunity to be a part of its award-winning digital investigation network, which has taken a frontline role in combating disinformation and misinformation.We are seeking an editor to coordinate fact checks that tackle misleading and false narratives that shape public perceptions of news events around the world, whether it be US politics, the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, health matters, climate, or the environment.The journalist will focus on misinformation in North America, commissioning and editing fact-check stories from around the region. There will be some opportunities to write your own stories and voice videos that address misinformation topics, raising public awareness about a global threat.The position will be based in AFP’s Washington DC office. The role requires an ability to work in a fast-paced multimedia newsroom, meeting tight deadlines. While the journalist will specialize in digital investigation and fact checks, they may also be required to assist with other key digital verification tasks, such as the sourcing of breaking news UGC.You will closely monitor social media and strictly adhere to the Agency's guidelines on social media activity, respecting AFP's ethics charter as well as editorial guidelines and in the Agency's style guide.SKILLS REQUIREDApplicants must have strong editing and writing skills. Experience in digital verification and investigation techniques and tools is desirable but not essential, as appropriate training will be provided. Steady news judgment, rigor and a sense of journalistic purpose is essential.The journalist will work in English but should also be able to translate articles from French. Good communication skills, both written and oral are necessary, as is an ability to multitask.The position requires agility and would suit someone who can easily navigate major social media platforms — including Facebook, X, TikTok, YouTube, and encrypted chat apps.CONDITIONS & RECRUITMENT PROCESSSalary and conditions are outlined in the contract with the Washington-Baltimore News Guild, which can be consulted at

this link . The applicants should make sure, before they apply, that they agree with the conditions.Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:Regional Director for North America: marc.lavine@afp.comChief Editor for North America: giles.hewitt@afp.comHead of Digital Investigation for North America: arthur.macmillan@afp.comRegional HR Manager for North America: marion.berger@afp.comAgence France-Presse is committed to equal employment opportunity and employs all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, handicap, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by the federal, state or local laws.Agence France-Presse provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system or otherwise need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Marion Berger at marion.berger@afp.com

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