Breaking News Editor

Factal

Breaking News Editor at Factal monitoring and covering global breaking news stories in real time. Joining a Seattle-based newsroom with a focus on journalism and risk-intelligence analysis.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $71,400 - $96,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and cover global breaking news stories in real time
Work alongside other editors in a Seattle-based newsroom
Participate in afternoon and evening shifts, along with one weekend shift

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excels at real-time news judgment in a high-pressure environment
Can quickly write accurate and concise news copy that follows AP style
Is able to write transparently, explaining what we know and don’t know
Has a knack for finding and making sense of news events from social media
Has experience using tools and techniques for verifying information
Thrives in breaking news situations and can cope with strong online content
Is familiar with global geography and the current state of geopolitics
Can understand more than one language (preferred but not required)
Can communicate effectively (and share cool ideas) with product teams
Is a self-starter who works well with others in a startup environment
Will be available to work a flexible schedule in terms of days and hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
Generous PTO and Parental Leave
401K
Stock Options
Work Retreats
Lots of dog pics

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Hard Skills & Tools

news judgmentAP style writinginformation verificationsocial media analysisnews copywriting

Soft Skills

effective communicationteam collaborationself-starteradaptability under pressureflexibility