search engines
The methods and techniques to navigate search engines and find information quickly.
digital
Fact checkers make certain that all the information in texts that are ready for publishing is correct. They research the facts thoroughly and correct errors.
Competences and skills
18 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
1 competencescientific research methodology
The theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.
Essential skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesperform background research on writing subject
Run thorough background research on writing subject; desk-based research as well as site visits and interviews.
read manuscripts
Read incomplete or complete manuscripts from new or experienced authors.
review unpublished articles
Read unpublished articles thoroughly to look for errors.
Cross-sector
5 competencescommunicate by telephone
Liaise via telephone by making and answering calls in a timely, professional and polite manner.
consult information sources
Consult relevant information sources to find inspiration, to educate yourself on certain topics and to acquire background information.
develop professional network
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
- Scope note
- This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
proofread text
Read a text thoroughly, search for, review and correct errors to ensure content is valid for publishing.
search databases
Search for information or people using databases.
digital
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencemedia and information literacy
The ability to access media, to understand and critically evaluate different aspects of the media and media content and to create communications in a variety of contexts. It involves a range of cognitive, emotional, and social competencies that include the use of text, tools and technologies, the skills of critical thinking and analysis, the practice of messaging composition and creativity and the ability to engage in reflection and ethical thinking.
Cross-sector
3 competencesinterview techniques
The techniques for getting information out of people by asking the right questions in the right way and to make them feel comfortable.
press law
The laws concerning the licensing of books and the freedom of expression in all products of the media.
writing techniques
The different techniques to write a story such as the descriptive, persuasive, first person and other techniques.
Optional skills and competences 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesinterview people
Interview people in a range of different circumstances.
rewrite manuscripts
Rewrite unpublished manuscripts to correct errors and to make them more appealing to the target audience.
Cross-sector
2 competencesconsult with editor
Consult with the editor of a book, magazine, journal or other publications about expectations, requirements, and progress.
use word processing software
Use computer software applications for composition, editing, formatting, and printing of any sort of written material.
digital