Junior News Editor – Consulting

Job Description:

Read and edit AI-generated news stories about legislation, elections, voting records, and government activity
Check facts — bill numbers, vote counts, committee actions, election results
Correct grammar, tone, clarity, and structure
Flag stories that need a closer look before publication
Follow editorial guidelines to make sure every story meets accuracy and style standards
Help identify patterns in errors so the team can improve the AI's output over time
Apply consistent standards across different story types (short briefs, summaries, reports)
Support senior editors with workflow tasks and content management
Help maintain organized editorial queues in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Contribute feedback on what's working and what isn't
Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field
Some editing or writing experience — internships, campus media, freelance, or entry-level roles count
Basic understanding of how U.S. government and legislation work
Strong attention to detail and ability to catch factual errors
Comfortable working independently and managing your own task queue
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general digital tools
Any experience with political journalism, policy writing, or civic content
Familiarity with AI writing tools (ChatGPT, etc.)
Experience with content management systems (CMS)
Coursework or interest in data journalism or digital media

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