Senior Researcher

Fox•Los Angeles, CA

29d

About The Position

TMZ is looking for an experienced Senior Researcher to join our news team. Qualified candidates must have copyediting experience and news research skills. They must be able to act as an editorial partner in the news-gathering process, providing input for story development and posts. The role requires someone who is passionate about the TMZ brand, resourceful, and always one step ahead. Applicants must also possess an eye for detail and an ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field a plus
5-7 years of experience working in a newsroom environment, a plus
Demonstrated depth of historical knowledge regarding entertainment news events and topics
Exceptional spelling and grammar skills, with meticulous attention to detail
Must be proficient with LexisNexis and Google search
Evening, weekend, and Holiday work, as needed
Familiar with programs and processes such as CMS, Outlook, and Word Processing, along with basic MS Office software
Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of social media, and the ability to effectively use and monitor various platforms

Responsibilities

Edit, maintain, and fact-check stories on the website
Assist the News Desk with breaking news stories with accuracy and speed
Watch and fact-check TMZ’s 3 television shows (TMZ on TV, TMZ Live, TMZ Sports)
Stay up to date with breaking news of the day, and advise producers of relevant news happening around the world
Work with Writers and Producers to ensure depth and quality of storytelling for each post
Develop a working knowledge of SEO skills
Juggle multiple time-sensitive projects at once and be able to make strong and accurate judgement calls
Assist Social Media department as needed