Financial Copyeditor & Fact-Checker - Remote

Overview

The Motley Fool is looking for a highly skilled freelance fact-checker and copyeditor to help us on an independent contract basis around 10-20 hours per week.

In Short

• Flexible and 100% remote opportunity.
• Work within Google Docs to fact-check and copy edit content.
• Navigate CMS systems for content review and publishing.
• Collaborate with the AI development team on content quality.
• Provide feedback on AI-generated outputs.
• Communicate effectively with Product Operations Managers and Writers.
• Familiarity with Jira Software for workflow management.
• Strong understanding of financial concepts and terminology.
• Experience in journalism or editing with a grasp of journalistic ethics.
• Proficiency in fact-checking methodologies.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of financial concepts and the global financial landscape.
• Strong grasp of Foolish investing principles and brand voice.
• Experience in journalism, editing, or related fields.
• Proficiency in fact-checking methodologies.
• Attention to detail for identifying inaccuracies in content.
• Strong research skills for fact-checking and editing tasks.
• Ability to interpret and validate statistical information.
• Knowledge of financial compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with AI and digital tools used in publishing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Demonstrated impartiality and credibility in fact-checking.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Remote work opportunity.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful financial content.
• Work with a purpose-driven company.