Copy Editor - Fact Checker
Department: International Business TimesContractJob Title: Copy Editor - Fact CheckerIBT Media, the parent company of International Business Times, a global online news publication, is looking for a News Copy Editor to join our growing team. The successful candidate is diligent, adaptive, and flexible. As a copy editor, you will be responsible for reviewing, editing and fact-checking breaking reports, commentary and analysis. The position requires working within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, as well as having strong news judgment.The position requires enforcing copy and style guidelines. The right candidate will have a strong understanding of grammar, spelling, usage and style. On occasion, you will be called upon to write short reports. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented and highly organized job seeker. Previous news editing experience is preferred but we are willing to take on promising entry-level candidates. Duties andResponsibilities:• Correcting and proofreading grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors• Adhering to journalistic ethics• Double-checking names, places and organizations for correct spelling• Fact-checking dates, statistics and quotes• Enhancing articles with supplemental information• Giving feedback and suggestions to reporters• Updating the front page of the website• Writing and contributing to headlines• Assigning articles to reportersSkills andQualifications:• Excellent understanding of AP style• Ability to write smart SEO headlines and understanding of SEO best practices• Knowledge of bolthires and other search engines• Basic knowledge of business, news, politics, sports and entertainment• Results-oriented and quick thinker• Basic knowledge of social media• Based in the New York area but we are willing to take on candidates who work remotely• College degree in journalism, English, or a related fieldAbout IBTIBT Media is a fast growing global digital news organization, delivering news and insight to over 20 million monthly readers across the world.With innovations across the newsroom and the platform, we are engaging a new generation of readers with content that speaks to their interests, analysis that serve their businesses, and insight to make sense of a globally connected world. Apply tot his job