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Assistant Editor, ATK Reviews Job at America's Test Kitchen in Boston

America's Test Kitchen, Boston, MA, United States


America’s Test Kitchen (ATK), a pioneering food media brand that reaches millions of fans each month via TV, video, digital, print, social, podcasts, and more, is seeking an Assistant Editor, Reviews to help cement ATK’s position as the leading source of trusted reviews of kitchen equipment and ingredients. Our mission is to empower home cooks by providing them with practical information about the products they need and use most. We’re seeking a talented Assistant Editor to join our team of product testers and service journalists.

The Assistant Editor, ATK Reviews will focus on creating new and updated equipment and ingredient reviews. This person will be responsible for hands‑on testing, conducting research, and writing or revising reviews. The ideal candidate is meticulous and adheres to high standards of editorial integrity, and also efficient and pragmatic. To be successful in this role, candidates should be comfortable working in both a professional kitchen and a newsroom.

Responsibilities

Writing new and updated product reviews that demonstrate curiosity, objectivity, and scientific and journalistic rigor

Devising, conducting, and analyzing side‑by‑side tests of equipment and ingredients in our Reviews Lab and kitchens

Contacting industry experts and doing in‑depth scientific research to explain the hows and why of equipment performance

Maintaining accurate testing logs that document your testing results and ensure repeatability of tests over time

Collaborating closely with other members of the team—participating in taste tests, assisting with equipment testings, and talking through each other’s findings and discoveries

Providing production support for photo shoots and video shoots

Skills and Experience

Writing or editing experience at a media company

Excellent reporting and writing skills with the ability to distill complex technical information into clear, compelling copy

Experience in a testing, research, and process‑oriented environment

Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to carefully, precisely conduct tests

Strong knowledge of food with a deep passion for cooking; a formal culinary background is preferred but not required

Imaginative and strategic thinking and an eagerness to contribute original ideas and solutions

Enthusiasm for collaboration and a commitment to upholding the highest editorial standards

Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and stay on schedule

This position is located in our Boston, MA office in the Seaport district. It is the expectation that the person in this role will work a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) in the office and 2 days per week remotely.

Salary Range $56,000 - $60,000

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