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Editorial Research Specialist

Virtual Vocations Inc · New York, NY, USA ·

Job type:
Contract

Seeking a contract Editorial Research Specialist for a 6-month opportunity based in Atlanta, GA, who will deliver complex research, produce editorial materials, and collaborate on investigative projects for CNN's Editorial Research team.
Key responsibilities

Delivers complex, deadline-driven research to support staff across CNN
Produces and maintains accessible editorial research materials for various formats
Collaborates with documentary groups on long-form investigative projects and anticipates research needs during breaking news

Required qualifications

Master's degree in Library or Information Science
Minimum of 1 year of experience providing research in a corporate, academic, or legal setting
Highly detail-oriented and organized
Familiarity with primary source materials and subject-specific databases