Research Fellow (Media)

TL;DR

Research Fellow (Media): Providing research and fact-checking support for editorial content across print, digital, and video platforms with an accent on journalistic accuracy and story development. Focus on collaborating with research directors to execute the full lifecycle of stories from ideation to publication.

Location: Onsite in New York, NY

Salary: $28.85 per hour (approx. $4,616 per month)

Company

A global media company producing high-quality content for over 1 billion consumers across influential properties such as Vogue, GQ, and The New Yorker.

What you will do

• Fact check and edit materials across all platforms, including print, digital, video, and podcasts.
• Support the entire story life-cycle from initial ideation to final publication.
• Conduct foundational and background research to support story development.
• Collaborate with editorial, art, photography, and social media departments.
• Liaise with journalists and external organizations regarding stories.
• Pitch and write original stories as opportunities arise.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate student.
• Location: Must be based in New York, NY.
• Deep interest in writing and multiple aspects of media publication.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills and high attention to detail.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in journalism.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on career experience within a professional, world-class media organization.
• Direct mentorship from research directors to learn the editorial process.
• Exposure to the workflows of some of the most respected media brands globally.