At a Glance
- Tasks: Spot and debunk misleading claims while producing engaging, accurate copy.
- Company: Join a leading fact-checking organisation dedicated to truth in journalism.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by combating misinformation and shaping public debate.
- Qualifications: Some journalism experience, strong research skills, and a passion for truth.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- Spotting, exposing and debunking misleading claims.
- Writing a number of fact checks each week.
- Supporting fact check political claims and other editorial work.
- Monitoring for misinformation on social media using AI tools.
- Producing accurate, engaging and publication‑ready copy to tight deadlines.
- Engaging with other teams to further the work of Full Fact.
- Developing contacts, subject knowledge and expertise across the online and politics domains.
Requirements
- Some journalism experience and a good understanding of what we do.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Understanding of public debate in the UK and sensitivity to the political context.
- Ability to hit tight deadlines and respond rapidly to breaking news.
- Good understanding of social media and the way in which information and misinformation spreads online.
- Experience of using OSINT and online verification techniques is preferred but not essential.
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We think you need these skills to ace Journalist, Permanent and Fixed-term
Journalism Experience
Research Skills
Writing Skills
Understanding of Public Debate in the UK
Sensitivity to Political Context
Ability to Meet Tight Deadlines
Rapid Response to Breaking News
