Copy Editor - Fact Checker

IBT 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 and Responsibilities:

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 reporters

Skills and Qualifications:

Excellent understanding of AP style
Ability to write smart SEO headlines and understanding of SEO best practices
Knowledge of Google 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 field