Assistant Editor, ATK Reviews
About The Position
Americas Test Kitchen (ATK), a pioneering food media brand that reaches millions of fans each month via TV, video, digital, print, social, podcasts, and more, is seeking an Assistant Editor, Reviews to help cement ATKs position as the leading source of trusted reviews of kitchen equipment and ingredients. Our mission is to empower home cooks by providing them with practical information about the products they need and use most. Were seeking a talented Assistant Editor to join our team of product testers and service journalists. The Assistant Editor, ATK Reviews will focus on creating new and updated equipment and ingredient reviews. This person will be responsible for hands-on testing, conducting research, and writing or revising reviews. The ideal candidate is meticulous and adheres to high standards of editorial integrity, and also efficient and pragmatic. To be successful in this role, candidates should be comfortable working in both a professional kitchen and a newsroom.
Requirements
- Writing or editing experience at a media company
- Excellent reporting and writing skills with the ability to distill complex technical information into clear, compelling copy
- Experience in a testing, research, and process-oriented environment
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to carefully, precisely conduct tests
- Strong knowledge of food with a deep passion for cooking; a formal culinary background is preferred but not required
- Imaginative and strategic thinking and an eagerness to contribute original ideas and solutions
- Enthusiasm for collaboration and a commitment to upholding the highest editorial standards
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and stay on schedule
Nice To Haves
- A formal culinary background is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Writing new and updated product reviews that demonstrate curiosity, objectivity, and scientific and journalistic rigor
- Devising, conducting, and analyzing side-by-side tests of equipment and ingredients in our Reviews Lab and kitchens
- Contacting industry experts and doing in-depth scientific research to explain the hows and why of equipment performance
- Maintaining accurate testing logs that document your testing results and ensure repeatability of tests over time
- Collaborating closely with other members of the teamparticipating in taste tests, assisting with equipment testings, and talking through each others findings and discoveries
- Providing production support for photo shoots and video shoots
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
