Role OverviewFactal is hiring an experienced journalist to join our Seattle-based newsroom and work alongside other editors to monitor and cover global breaking news stories in real time.
What You Will Do
Write accurate and concise news copy, verify information, and communicate effectively with product teams in a high-pressure environment.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Ideal candidate has experience in news and digital newsrooms, can work in a startup environment, and is available to work a flexible schedule.
Requirements
- Excels at real-time news judgment in a high-pressure environment
- Can quickly write accurate and concise news copy that follows AP style
- Has a knack for finding and making sense of news events from social media
- Has experience using tools and techniques for verifying information
- 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
Benefits
- Full Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
- Generous PTO and Parental Leave
- 401K
- Stock Options
- Work Retreats
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