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Editing and Journalism

Editing and Journalism

Assesses journalism expertise, including ethics, writing structure, editorial tasks, source verification, and libel.

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Type
Hard skills
Time
10 min
Level
Basic
Languages
English

Editing and Journalism test: Sharpen your team's journalistic acumen

Designed to rigorously assess the key components of journalism and editing, our pre-employment test dives into the complexities of ethical journalism, writing structures, and editorial decision-making. It's your pathway to identifying candidates with a profound understanding and expertise in journalism that matches the dynamic needs and integrity of your publication.

Unique features of the Editing and Journalism assessment

  • Focused evaluation: Precisely tailored to assess critical journalistic competencies including ethics, source verification, and editorial judgment.
  • Real-world application: Challenges candidates with scenarios they're likely to encounter, ensuring relevance to day-to-day editorial decision-making.
  • Comprehensive insight: Offers an in-depth assessment covering everything from basic principles to complex ethical dilemmas.
  • Streamlined hiring: Facilitates an efficient screening process, ideal for the early stages of recruitment.
  • Candidate engagement: Engages candidates with meaningful and reflective questions, enhancing their test experience.

Topics covered in the Editing and Journalism pre-screening assessment

This detailed candidate screening assessment evaluates expertise across several journalism-related areas:

  • Journalistic ethics: Tests candidates' understanding of ethical principles and dilemmas in journalism.
  • Editorial responsibilities: Examines knowledge in managing content, team coordination, and decision-making.
  • Source verification: Evaluates proficiency in fact-checking and sourcing integrity.
  • Libel concepts: Assesses awareness and knowledge to avoid legal challenges.
  • Journalistic writing structure: Focuses on capability to structure articles for clarity, engagement, and effectiveness.

Best use of the Editing and Journalism skills test

Our test is optimally utilized for evaluating candidates across a spectrum of roles within the media and publication industries, including:

  • Editors: Essential for verifying an applicant's aptness in upholding editorial standards and leading content direction.
  • Journalists: Perfect for assessing the ability to adhere to journalistic ethics, engage in thorough source verification, and craft structured stories.
  • Content Managers: Offers insights into candidates' capabilities in overseeing publication integrity and coordinating editorial tasks.
  • Reporters: Evaluates the crucial skills in ethical reporting, accurate source citation, and avoiding libel risks.
  • Copy Editors: Ideal for checking proficiency in enhancing article clarity, ensuring factual accuracy, and maintaining journalistic principles.

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Tiera Dobbins

Talent Acquisition Services & Operations Manager

Sarah Garner

Director of Recruitment and Outreach

Prem Kumar

Talent Acquisition Manager - Recruitment & Employer Branding

Alex Anderson

Learning & Development Specialist

Maximilian Rauschen

Head of Talent Acquisition

Matthias Schmeisser

Global Senior Director, Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

Charlie Boyle

Senior Lead, Talent Acquisition Policy, Operations & Technology

Janna Karwaski

Senior Director of Workforce Optimization