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Assistant Editor

The Atlantic
Washington DC, The Wharf
$65K a year
Full-time

The Atlantic is seeking an assistant editor to join the newsroom’s fact-checking team. This assistant editor will work with The Atlantic’s journalists and editors to ensure the accuracy and fairness of our work.

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

Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate :

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 and weekend work often required

Able to uphold the highest editorial standards under tight deadlines

1-2 years editorial and fact-checking experience preferred

This job is based at The Atlantic’s offices in either New York City or Washington, D.C.

Salary Minimum : $55,000; Salary Maximum : $65,000

About The Atlantic :

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