thenewyorktimes · New York, NY
Skills: Python
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. The New York Times Opinion section is looking for a fact-checker to work on guest essays and other work produced by Opinion, with a specific emphasis on data-driven essays. The job, which is staff-editor level, based in New York, is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, experienced in applying data analysis to journalism and has broad-ranging news interests. The fact checker must have ease in working with and analyzing complex datasets; strong quantitative and statistical reasoning skills; a devotion to the highest standards of accuracy and verification; the ability to dive into unfamiliar material on deadline; and a strong interest in both data and opinion journalism. Collegiality and diplomacy are essential. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance. Responsibilities: This fact checker will perform functions that include, but are not limited to, the following: Verify the accuracy of information and analysis contained in data-driven guest essays and other forms of opinion journalism. Eliminating errors, ensuring fairness and accuracy and correcting contradictions and omissions. Verifying datasets and other forms of quantitative information and analysis. Breaking down quantitative analysis to general, non-expert readers. Seeing the work through all stages of the publishing process. De…
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