Fact Check Reporter
Req #27395
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Fact Check Reporter
USA TODAY/usatoday.com is seeking a reporter to join its Fact Check Team.
This reporter will investigate viral misinformation on social media, debunking falsehoods and elevating truthful information. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented team of journalists who set the record straight by telling readers what’s true and how we know that.
The ideal candidate would have a strong background reporting across a variety of subject areas. Fact-checking experience is a plus but not required. Fairness, accuracy and excellent news judgment are paramount, as are strong critical thinking, research and time-management skills.
The reporter should also be a team player capable of working collaboratively with editors and reporters throughout our news operation.
We’re looking for someone who is comfortable tackling fact checks on a wide variety of topics, able to move nimbly between claims on health, politics, criminal justice and whatever else is viral and misleading.
This position is remote and can be based anywhere in the US, except for Alaska and Hawaii. Hours are flexible but should primarily take place during traditional office hours.
Job Level: Reporter II
Minimum salary for this position: $62,000
Responsibilities:
- Create content (articles, videos, photos, and social media posts) about local news that accurately informs, entertains, and engages key audiences and platforms with metrics.
- Provide thoughtful, in-depth reporting of complex issues.
- Work with editors to evaluate what's working and what's not and develop ongoing plans to better satisfy audience needs.
- Mentor colleagues.
- Collaborate with content team to provide all appropriate elements for stories (i.e., photos, videos, and graphics).
- Promote personal brand, the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand.
- Provide great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master’s degree in journalism or any other subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3 years of experience in journalism.
- Strong critical thinking skills.
- Solid news judgment.
- Knowledge of AP style.
- Strong planning, organizational and time management skills.
- Understanding of metrics, social media and SEO.
- Self-motivation and self-direction.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
- Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check.
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
- Your resume – one to two pages.
- A cover letter that outlines how why you are interested in the role and how you would approach this role at USA TODAY.
- Links to 3-6 online samples of your work.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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Other details
- Job Family Frontline Journalists
- Job Function Consumer
- Pay Type Hourly
- Required Education Equivalent Experience