Junior Investigative Media Analyst

XG Consultants Group

Remote Jr Investigative Media Analyst researching social media for potential background-screening concerns. Writing investigative reports and reviewing online content for accuracy.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $15 - $18 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and research capabilities, with a focus on social media analysis and background screening. Proficient in writing and editing reports while maintaining high quality in repetitive tasks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Internet Research SkillsSocial Media AnalysisWriting And Editing SkillsAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Background ChecksInternet TrendsSocial Media KnowledgeComputer TechnologiesReport Writing

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedHighly OrganizedStrong Communication Skills

Industry Keywords

Media AnalysisRepetitive Research TasksGrammatical Accuracy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct internet and media analysis on potential background screening candidates
Search through social media of individuals and businesses for potentially derogatory information
Analyze findings across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other internet media
Write reports about investigative findings
Review content for grammatical accuracy
Analyze potentially thousands of posts and comments while performing repetitive research tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
GPA of 3.5 or above
Excellent writing and editing skills
Excellent internet research skills
Vast knowledge of social media avenues
Basic understanding of background checks, computer technologies, internet trends, and social media
Good analytical skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Strong communication skills
Ability to maintain high quality while performing repetitive tasks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong computer skills
Personalized cover letter required
College major preferences: English, Psychology, Sociology, Literature, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Communications, or Research

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary increases
Three-month probationary period leading to a full-time position upon successful completion
Remote work