A researcher is the next step up from the role of runner in the editorial production line and the job role varies depending on the project. The main role of a researcher is what it says on the tin: research.

Duties include

• Sourcing and researching information needed for the programme, this could be anything from looking up locations to facts about the subject matter
• Fact checking and conducting background checks on contributors
• Data wrangling
• Conducting interviews
• Writing and editing
• Developing and generating ideas for the project
• Archive research
• Booking resources, freelance staff and transport
• General administrative jobs
• Finding and interviewing contributors for the programme

Skills needed

• The ability to generate and develop new ideas
• Strong editorial and research skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Close attention to detail
• The ability to precisely fact-check
• Able to work well as a team
• Able to work well in pressured environments

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