[Remote] Freelance Digital Research Analyst (PolitiFact/Poynter)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Poynter Institute is seeking a freelance Digital Research Analyst for PolitiFact, a project focusing on truth and accountability in journalism. The role involves evaluating AI systems, analyzing digital content, and conducting research to uphold the integrity of the news ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Investigating AI & social media: Evaluating the accuracy of AI models and analyzing flagged video content for potential misinformation
- Writing & reporting: Conducting quick-turn research and transforming your findings into clear, concise written summaries for our internal teams and clients
- Collaborating: Working alongside our PolitiFact and Poynter teams on various research and editorial initiatives
- Upholding standards: Maintaining the absolute highest levels of fairness, independence, and accuracy
Skills
- Sharp, detail-oriented Digital Research Analyst
- Minimum commitment of 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
- Ability to work on East Coast U.S. time
- Investigating AI & social media: Evaluating the accuracy of AI models and analyzing flagged video content for potential misinformation
- Conducting quick-turn research and transforming findings into clear, concise written summaries
- Collaborating with PolitiFact and Poynter teams on various research and editorial initiatives
- Maintaining the absolute highest levels of fairness, independence, and accuracy
- Analytical chops: Ability to dig past the surface and find the facts
- Digital savvy: Proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, and modern digital research tools
- Self-starter mentality: Ability to manage own schedule, hit deadlines, and handle confidential information with total discretion
- Communication skills: Ability to write clearly and explain complex findings simply
- Degree in journalism (or a related field)
- Multi-language skills
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