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The Atlantic · 23 hours ago

Senior Associate Editor

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

The Atlantic is seeking a senior associate editor to join their newsroom’s fact-checking team. This role involves working with journalists and editors to ensure the accuracy and fairness of content across various platforms, including magazines and podcasts, on topics such as politics, culture, science, and technology.

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Responsibilities

Work with The Atlantic’s journalists and editors to ensure the accuracy and fairness of our work

Fact-checking across our editorial platforms (magazine, web, podcasts, etc.) on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, science, and technology

Qualification

Fact-checking experienceCommunication skillsEditorial judgmentAttention to detailResearch skillsPersistenceResourcefulnessDiplomacyTactMeet deadlinesWork independentlyComfortable in fast-paced environment

Required

Commitment to accuracy

Rigorous attention to detail

Persistence and resourcefulness in tracking down information/sources

Ability to swiftly identify logical errors or significant omissions in an article

Diplomacy and tact in dealing with a variety of personalities and communicating complex issues

Keen editorial judgment

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, juggling various projects and deadlines

Strong communication and interviewing skills

Ability to work independently

A genuine love of research

A flexible schedule; night, early-morning, and weekend work often required

Able to uphold the highest editorial standards under tight deadlines

Minimum of five years post-college fact-checking experience

Company

The Atlantic

The Atlantic provides its readers with articles related to literature, political science, cultural trends, technology, and more. It is a sub-organization of Atlantic Media.

Founded in 1857

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

201-500 employees