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The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and collaborating with the managing, executive, and senior editors on a daily basis. They will be copy editing ...

About The Role The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and collaborating with the managing, executive, and senior editors on a daily basis. They will be ...

The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and collaborating with the managing, executive, and senior editors on a daily basis. They will be copy editing ...

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Tor Publishing Group is seeking an associate editor to join the Bramble team. Working closely with a Senior Editor, this role will acquire or co-acquire and edit primarily romance titles for the ...

Senior Associate Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Atlantic seeks a Senior Associate Editor to join the newsroom. The editor will play a key role in our expansion in the coverage of foreign affairs and national security. They should have a ...

Associate News Editor

$70K - $80K/yr

Newsweek is seeking an Associate Editor to join our US digital newsroom, focused on AI assisted news production. This role is ideal for a journalist who is passionate about the intersection of ...

Associate News Editor

$70K - $80K/yr

Newsweek is seeking an Associate Editor to join our US digital newsroom, focused on AI assisted news production. This role is ideal for a journalist who is passionate about the intersection of ...

Atlanta Black Star is seeking an Associate News Editor to support our fast-paced digital newsroom. This role is ideal for someone with prior newsroom or news production experience who thrives in a ...

Atlanta Black Star is seeking an Associate News Editor to support our fast-paced digital newsroom. This role is ideal for someone with prior newsroom or news production experience who thrives in a ...

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How much do associate editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate editor in the United States is $27.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an associate editor do?

An Associate Editor is responsible for supporting the editorial process at a publication or media outlet. Their tasks usually include reviewing submissions, editing articles for clarity and accuracy, coordinating with writers and contributors, and helping manage deadlines. Associate Editors often assist in shaping content strategy and may contribute their own writing as well. They work closely with senior editors to ensure the quality and consistency of published materials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate editor?

To excel as an Associate Editor, you need strong writing, editing, and research skills, often backed by a degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), style guides (like AP or Chicago), and editing software is typically required. Attention to detail, organization, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing deadlines and collaborating with writers. These abilities ensure content accuracy, quality, and timely publication in a fast-paced editorial environment.

What are some common challenges an associate editor might face when balancing multiple projects and deadlines?

Associate Editors often juggle several articles or publications at once, each with its own timeline and set of contributors. A common challenge is prioritizing tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines while maintaining editorial quality and accuracy. This role requires strong organizational skills and clear communication with writers, senior editors, and other team members to ensure everyone is aligned. Developing efficient workflows and being adaptable to sudden changes—such as urgent revisions or shifting editorial calendars—are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Associate Editor vs Copy Editor?

AspectAssociate EditorCopy Editor
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in editing or publishingBachelor's degree, strong language and grammar skills
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams in publishing, media, or academic settingsPublishing houses, magazines, online media
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in publishing, journalism, academic publishingCommon in editing, publishing, media industries
Primary FocusContent acquisition, editorial decision-making, overseeing projectsGrammar, style, clarity, and correctness of text

While both roles are vital in publishing, an Associate Editor typically handles content selection and editorial oversight, whereas a Copy Editor focuses on refining language, grammar, and style. The Associate Editor often manages multiple projects and collaborates with writers, while the Copy Editor ensures the final text is polished and error-free.

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About the Team:

Wall Street Journal Custom Content is part of The Wall Street Journal | Barron’s Group advertising department and executes bespoke content and video programs for the digital and print editions of The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s and MarketWatch. Our diverse group is made up of editors, designers, video producers, developers, account managers, and content strategists who work together to create award-winning campaigns for our clients.


About the Role:

The Associate Editor will support The Trust’s Editorial Team, providing assistance to and collaborating with the managing, executive, and senior editors on a daily basis. They will be copy editing and quality assuring best-in-class custom and supplied branded content across digital and print, with opportunities to write meaningful, compelling copy for social media and advertising units.


The role will include creating, standardizing, and maintaining editorial standards, processes, and tasks. They will also work closely with a cross-functional team of editors, client success managers, social strategists, developers, and designers, as well as clients, as needed, to manage the timely execution of deliverables for custom and supplied content products across multiple verticals, including finance, technology, B2C, B2B, healthcare, government, real estate, and luxury.


They will be responsible for copy editing and QAing video and audio content, as well as overhauling and implementing new processes for both. In addition to regularly writing social distribution copy for clients, they will also have the opportunity to work as writer or project editor for a variety of our client partners, as well.


The ideal candidate is highly proficient at copy editing and proofreading, with excellent, versatile writing skills (short-form, long-form, and headline writing), plus laser-focused detail orientation for quality assurance. They are comfortable juggling multiple projects and working under strict deadlines. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and knowledge of AP Style. Creativity and flexibility to communicate advertisers\' objectives to the WSJ audience in a fresh, organic way is a must.


You Will:

  • Copy editing of all supplied content as well as select custom programs for accuracy, grammar, syntax, and style


  • Quality assurance across digital, print, and video deliverables


  • Craft impactful social media and advertising copy


  • Coordinate across teams to update copy edit and QA processes and best practices for video and audio content for all verticals


  • Revise current WSJCC deliverables and social distribution doc with all pertinent and new information


  • Write, edit, and proofread internal marketing requests (e.g., newsletters, invitations, ads, etc.)


  • Verify sources and perform independent research for fact-checking, as applicable


  • Work with account managers, writers, and editors to assure that content meets quality standards and is delivered on time


  • Upload content into CMS for various supplied and custom programs



You Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, or related field


  • 1-3 years of writing and editing experience in a branded, editorial, publishing, or copywriting capacity (branded content experience preferred)


  • Superior proofreading skills and impeccable attention to detail


  • Knowledge of AP Style


  • Excellent writing and editing skills


  • Familiarity with finance, technology, finance or business journalism is helpful but not required


  • Other topics covered in our content include healthcare, government, logistics, luxury consumer, real estate, B2B, B2C, etc.


  • Flexibility to adapt voice and tone based on WSJCC style as well as client needs


  • Ability to juggle multiple projects


  • Experience working under hard deadlines


  • Strong organizational skills


  • Outstanding computer skills a must (including Google Suite and MS Office)


  • Familiarity with project management platforms (including Basecamp, Wrike, and Asana) a plus


  • Knowledge of digital tools and content management systems, including Wordpress and Ceros, is helpful but not required



Our Benefits

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Plans


  • Paid Time Off


  • Retirement Plans


  • Comprehensive Insurance Plans


  • Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources


  • Education Benefits


  • Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support


  • Commuter Transit Program


  • Subscription Discounts


  • Employee Referral Program


  • Financial Health Programs


  • Cybersecurity Protection



Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets


Reasonable Accommodation

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Business Area: Dow Jones - Media Sales
Job Category: Creative & Design
Union Status:
Non-Union role
Base Pay Range: $65,000 - $85,000
We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest newsgathering operations globally.
It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance and Dow Jones Newswires. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).
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