F/T - Research Chief - Every Day With Rachael Ray

Research Chief, Every Day With Rachael Ray
Tracking Code
4241
Job Description

The Research Chief is responsible for the factual accuracy of all magazine content and the day-to-day operation of the research department, including managing one full-time researcher and various freelancers. The Research Chief reports to the Managing Editor.

Responsibilities:

* Quick, thorough and accurate fact-checking of all magazine content
* Working directly with editors to provide clear and creative solutions for any factual inaccuracies
* Maintaining and updating a list of acceptable sources and guidelines for submitting backup and distributing to editors
* Supervising and delegating to staff and freelance researchers
* Developing a reference library
* Conducting background research as directed by editors

Required Skills

* Bachelor's degree and minimum of 3 years magazine research experience required. Experience with food/recipe and lifestyle/travel content preferred.
* Thorough knowledge of magazine fact-checking procedures and acceptable sources and familiarity with a variety of research techniques, including online databases.
* Proficiency with InCopy/InDesign with K4.
* Excellent reporting skills and pleasant phone manner necessary. Must have ability to use “gracious persistence” when dealing with sources and editors.
* Unwavering attention to detail and accuracy and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within a deadline-driven environment.

Job Location
New York, NY, US.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular

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