News Fact Checker, Verywell Health
About The Role:
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.
As a News Fact Checker on Verywell Health, you will check news content to make sure all facts are accurate and supported by reputable sources, that citations are properly formatted, and that the copy is free from spelling or grammatical errors.
Assignment Responsibilities:
We are looking for news fact checkers who can commit to at least 30 hours of work per week. The rate of pay for this role is $24-26/hr. Applicants must live in the United States.
News fact checkers must be available to work Monday through Friday, during standard East Coast business hours, in order to review the news articles in a timely manner.
Skills/Experience:
- At least two years of fact-checking experience in digital or print media
- Experience in consumer health content a must
- Comfortable working in a content management system
- Able to work quickly, independently, and accurately
- Available to allot about 30-35 hours weekly, for set hours Monday through Friday
- Willing to be featured on the site, including bio and headshot
- Familiarity with AP style and AMA citation 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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