OSINT Editor

RFE/RL is hiring an OSINT Editor to join its Central News department, supporting digital investigative work and assisting Language Services with remote reporting and verification techniques to help tell impactful stories from afar.

Key responsibilities

• assist LSs in verification of user-generated content or open-source data
• keep up with world news and developments in RFE/RL’s countries
• in cooperation with colleagues, work closely on digital investigations
• manage central list of shared tools and services for digital-forensic analysis
• pinpoint how digital evidence can lead to compelling story angles that offer unique value to the audience

Requirements

• demonstrated skills in verifying documents, video, and images
• experience and skill in a range of digital-sleuthing techniques, including geolocation, image/video/audio/document verification, data preservation, corroboration and cross-referencing, and satellite-imagery analysis
• a BA degree in Journalism, IT, Communications, or related field, or the equivalent in experience
  at least two years of journalism experience with track record of digital-investigative work
  general knowledge of the RFE/RL’s countries
• familiarity and experience in dealing with open-source technology solutions, using command line tools and basic scripting to analyse data (Python and SQL skills desirable)
  knowledge of computer-assisted reporting, including multimedia verification and other related
• tools for geolocation and information authentication
• ability to work various shifts, as assigned and on short notice
• discipline and experience of working under deadline and pressure
• proficiency in English language, Russian or another relevant language (Desirable)

How to apply

Submit a CV and cover letter in English, plus 5 examples of journalistic work best demonstrating relevant skills. Apply here.

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