Junior News Editor – Consulting

Role Overview

• 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