Health Editor, Anti-Bias Review Board
This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with Dotdash Meredith. The Agency Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency reporting their earnings for tax purposes.
Dotdash Meredith is looking for a health editor to join the anti-bias review board. The anti-bias review board is a cornerstone initiative to ensure our content is inclusive, free from bias, and serves our readers. This is a remote position.
Assignment Responsibilities:
We are looking for editors who can commit to at least 5 hours of work per week. The rate of pay for this role is $30/hr. Applicants must live in the United States.
- Research, evaluate, and provide updates to content as needed in accordance with specific instructions and brand guidelines.
- Recommend edits in accordance with best practices in anti-bias editing.
- Identify examples of bias in content and research.
Skills/Experience:
- Experience reviewing, writing, editing or otherwise creating content about mental, physical or emotional health and the healthcare industry. Experience creating content on disparities and access to care is a plus.
- A deep understanding of the needs and challenges for creating accurate, representative, respectful, sensitive, and trustworthy content about health and healthcare.
- Strong communication skills. You can engage multiple audiences on sensitive topics and help stakeholders understand your recommendations.
- Knowledge of issues related to anti-bias editing and inclusive storytelling.
- Comfort working with spreadsheets (e.g. Excel, Google Sheets) and content management systems.
- Comfort working independently.
- Access to a smartphone, computer (not a tablet), and a secure internet connection. This is a requirement for the role.
- Experience creating or updating editorial guidelines. This is a plus.
About Us:
Dotdash Meredith is the largest digital and print publisher in America. From mobile to magazines, nearly 200 million people trust us to help them make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith’s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.
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