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Synthetic Media Analyst
Detects and investigates AI-generated images, video and audio
£45k–£85k AI-driven
What it involves
Uses forensic tools and pattern recognition to identify deepfakes, synthetic voices and AI-generated content used in disinformation or fraud.
Skills & knowledge needed
Deepfake detectionDigital forensicsMedia literacyPythonInvestigation skills
Why it's emerging now
Synthetic media is flooding platforms — journalists, insurers and governments need people who can spot it.
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