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Assistant Editor, ATK Reviews

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


Overview

America’s Test Kitchen (ATK) is seeking an Assistant Editor, Reviews to help cement ATK’s position as the leading source of trusted reviews of kitchen equipment and ingredients. The role focuses on creating new and updated equipment and ingredient reviews, hands-on testing, conducting research, and writing or revising reviews. The candidate should be meticulous and uphold high standards of editorial integrity, and be 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 Location and 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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