Breaking News Editor
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Breaking News Editor at Factal monitoring and covering global breaking news stories in real time. Joining a Seattle-based newsroom with a focus on journalism and risk-intelligence analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and cover global breaking news stories in real time
- Work alongside other editors in a Seattle-based newsroom
- Participate in afternoon and evening shifts, along with one weekend shift
Requirements:
- Excels at real-time news judgment in a high-pressure environment
- Can quickly write accurate and concise news copy that follows AP style
- Is able to write transparently, explaining what we know and don’t know
- Has a knack for finding and making sense of news events from social media
- Has experience using tools and techniques for verifying information
- Thrives in breaking news situations and can cope with strong online content
- Is familiar with global geography and the current state of geopolitics
- Can understand more than one language (preferred but not required)
- Can communicate effectively (and share cool ideas) with product teams
- Is a self-starter who works well with others in a startup environment
- Will be available to work a flexible schedule in terms of days and hours
Benefits:
- Full Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
- Generous PTO and Parental Leave
- 401K
- Stock Options
- Work Retreats
- Lots of dog pics
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