Akkodis is seeking an Editorial Research Specialist for a 6-month contract with a client located in Atlanta, GA.
Location: Atlanta, GA 30318, Remote
Duration: 6 Months Contract + Possible Extension
Pay Range: $35-$37 per hour, paid on a W-2 basis. The rate may be negotiable based on factors such as experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant considerations.
What We Do/Project
CNN's Editorial Research team provides investigative research for all platforms across CNN Worldwide. We are seeking a freelance Editorial Research Specialist to support this dynamic team.
Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role
• Delivers complex, deadline-driven research to meet the needs of staff across CNN.
• Produces and maintains editorial research materials that are easily accessible and support editorial teams for use in text, video, audio, newsletters, and repeatable digital formats.
• Collaborates with documentary groups on long-form investigative projects.
• Acts proactively during breaking news by compiling relevant research for use across platforms and anticipating research needs across teams.
Must Have Skills / Requirements
1) Master's degree in Library or Information Science.
2) Experience providing research in a corporate, academic, or legal setting is required.
a. 1+ years
3) Highly detail-oriented and organized
. 1+ years
Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements
1) Journalism experience
Soft Skills:
1) Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
2) Ability to remain focused under extreme deadline pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
3) Ability to work independently, including remotely.
4) Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with a strong client-service orientation.
5) Excellent knowledge of current events, keen editorial judgment, and strong skills in data interpretation and analysis.
Technology Requirements:
1) Familiarity with primary source materials, as well as subject-specific databases and secondary aggregators such as LexisNexis and Factiva.
Education / Certifications
1) Master's degree in Library or Information Science.
Interview Process / Next Steps
1) 1st round interview with Hiring Manager
2) Possible 2nd round with Director.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
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