Snopes, the oldest fact-checking website in the world, is looking for two mid-career news reporters to join our fully remote, digital newsroom.
They will write fact checks, applying ratings to stories, as well as work on traditional news stories, including quick posts off breaking news and deeper enterprise investigations.
Every day, Snopes covers what our readers are inquiring about the most. Snopes reporters must be confident switch-hitters, tackling daily assignments in a variety of subjects, from political rumors to creature features, to in-the-weeds legal explainers, to … the utterly bizarre.
Snopes reporters are comfortable interviewing and digging into online documents, data, and public records; they’re self-guided in identifying and verifying sources; and they’re willing to help a team member who’s hit a roadblock.
Above all, Snopes reporters are insanely ethical, non-partisan, insatiably curious, and not easily duped. We treasure our readers’ trust, and do all we can to carry forth Snopes’ mission of presenting the facts with the utmost clarity and objectivity.
Our little company puts a primacy on internal collaboration, respect, and esprit de corps.
The position pays $70,000-$75,000 annually and includes health benefits,* a monthly internet stipend of $125, and more than 3 ½ weeks off of accrued paid vacation a year. Successful hires will be evaluated for their performance at the 3-month and 6-month mark to ensure they're a good fit for Snopes.
* You’ll have access to health plans starting on the first of the month, after attaining eligibility (30 days from your hire date)
Minimum 5-7 years professional experience at an established news organization, preferably digital and daily.
Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Mastery of basic Associated Press style.
Mastery of basic English grammar.
Excellent written communication skills and comfort with collaborating almost exclusively via Slack and other digital tools.
Excellent time-management skills.
Mastery of basic CMS (WordPress experience is a plus).
Substantial political reporting a big plus.
Demonstrated adherence to impartiality and fairness in all journalistic endeavors.
Snopes.com is an independent fact-checking site owned and operated by Snopes, Inc. We have roughly 25 reporters, editors, developers, and professionals passionate about journalism, media literacy, and, of course, fighting misinformation. We work remotely — there is no official Snopes office — but we maintain a collaborative and supportive team dynamic.