Factual Research & Standard Editor (National Geographic)

Job Summary:

Factual Research & Standards Editor will research, document, and ensure the accuracy, fairness, and suitability of all editorial material published in National Geographic magazine and in other special magazine projects. Works on departments pieces and short features.

Responsibilities:

• Verifies and substantiates all statements of fact, data, historical information, and identities in both text and captions using reputable and appropriate sources.
• Works cooperatively with editors, writers, photographers, lawyers, and consultants.
• Communicate with subject experts in private and governmental agencies, academic institutions, and industries.
• Defines key issues and identifies factual problems within text and captions. Weighs accuracy with editorial considerations, suggesting wording to correct information while maintaining the writer’s tone and style.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, nuance, and implication. Anticipates research needs and determines an effective course of action, being particularly alert to legal issues such as liability, bias, plagiarism, and copyright issues.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in editorial research.
• Strong language skills and an appreciation of word usage, grammar, and writing style. Good communication skills, including the ability to concisely explain a problem and to articulate a solution.
• Good people skills to deal positively and productively with a wide range of personalities. Superior organization and the ability to handle multiple tasks under the pressure of extremely tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Curiosity about topics covered in the magazine and the ability to grasp new subject matter quickly.
• Proficiency in Adobe InCopy, Microsoft Word. Foreign languages is a plus.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C, is $79,400 to $106,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.