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ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - WEEK

East Peoria, IL · On-site

$18.91 - $25.55/hr

... assignment desk. The right hire will be able to handle a high-impact news department while ... editing experience - Outstanding editorial skills, interpersonal communication skills, and time ...

Bonneville Phoenix

KTAR News On-Call Editor

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

... Desk while producing and delivering informative, up-to-the-minute news reports. This role will ... Edit Reporter Copy -- Review scripts and written stories for accuracy, clarity, grammar, and ...

Cox Media Group

Assignment Editor - WSB TV

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Excellent writing, grammar and copy-editing skills Preferred Qualifications * Experience working on a local TV news assignment desk. * Basic understanding of iNews About Cox Media Group CMG Media ...

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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for copy desk editor in the United States is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Copy Desk Editors?

Copy Desk Editors are professionals in the publishing and journalism industries who review, edit, and fact-check written material before publication. They ensure that articles are clear, accurate, and adhere to a publication’s style guide. Their responsibilities often include correcting grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors, as well as verifying facts and maintaining consistency across content. Copy Desk Editors work closely with writers and other editors to polish content and uphold editorial standards.

What is the difference between Copy Desk Editor vs Copy Editor?

AspectCopy Desk EditorCopy Editor
CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related fieldUsually requires similar degrees or relevant experience
Work EnvironmentWorks in newsrooms, publishing houses, or media organizations, often on a teamWorks in publishing, media, or freelance settings, focusing on editing content
ResponsibilitiesOversees editorial standards, fact-checks, and ensures consistency across contentFocuses on correcting grammar, style, and clarity in individual pieces

The Copy Desk Editor typically has a broader role in managing editorial standards and overseeing content quality in a newsroom or publishing environment. The Copy Editor mainly concentrates on editing individual articles or documents for grammar, style, and clarity. While both roles require strong editing skills and similar credentials, the Copy Desk Editor's responsibilities are more comprehensive and supervisory.

What are some typical challenges Copy Desk Editors face when working on tight deadlines?

Copy Desk Editors often work under tight deadlines, especially when editing content for daily or weekly publications. A common challenge is balancing speed with accuracy—ensuring that articles are free from grammatical, factual, and stylistic errors while still meeting publishing schedules. Editors also need to coordinate closely with writers, fact-checkers, and layout designers, which requires strong communication skills and flexibility. Staying updated with evolving editorial standards and quickly adapting to last-minute changes are key aspects of succeeding in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Copy Desk Editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Copy Desk Editor, you need strong grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills, along with a solid understanding of style guides and a degree in journalism, English, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), editing software like Adobe InCopy, and digital publishing tools is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and effective communication help copy desk editors excel in fast-paced newsrooms. These skills are crucial for ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clarity in published content while meeting tight deadlines.
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Senior Editor, Audience Development, CNN Features

Senior Editor, Audience Development, CNN Features

Warnerbros

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

To see what it's like to work atCNN, follow @WBDLife onInstagramandX!

Your New Role...
The Senior Audience Editor is the embedded, deskspecific partner to Audience Strategy & Insights-translating audience signals into clear editorial choices that grow reach, deepen engagement, and strengthen habit, including among subscribers. You will supply the desk with essential performance learnings; shape framing, formats, and distribution to meet audience demand; run experiments; and coordinate execution across Search, Social, Home, Notifications, and Newsletters.
Seniorlevel scope includes assigning, writing, and editing analysis; leading insights for strategic priorities; developing scalable workflows; and coaching others. You will work closely within the AIS operating model and in partnership with DART (Data, Analytics, Research & Testing) to turn insights into action and to build repeatable practices the desk can rely on.
Your Role Accountabilities...

Performance Insights & Editorial Guidance

  • Deliver concise, actionable daily/weekly/monthly insights that guide coverage decisions and followups, including clear "do more / do less / try next" recommendations.

  • Suggest stories, angles, and formats aligned to search intent, evergreen opportunities, and timesensitive audience demand.

  • Shape story framing and presentation across onplatform surfaces (site/app, home, article packaging, recirculation) and offplatform channels (search, social, alerts, newsletters).


CrossPlatform Strategy & Collaboration

  • Partner with Product and platform teams (Search, Social, Home, Notifications, Newsletters) to identify opportunities in modules, templates, topic hubs, and alerting.

  • Drive reach, engagement, and habit by aligning desk plans to audience goals and capturing learnings in structured retros and playbooks.

  • Coordinate distribution strategy across OffPlatform, Social, Community, Programming, and Newsletter teams.


SeniorLevel Leadership

  • Assign, write, and edit audience analysis across platforms; act as the insights lead for strategic desk priorities.

  • Build scalable workflows for insight generation and measure the impact of audiencedriven initiatives.

  • Pitch and run experiments (format, packaging, timing) and translate results into actionable guidance.

  • Coach and train newsroom staff on audience tools, search and social best practices, and packaging strategies.

  • Collaborate across editorial, product, analytics, design, and research to embed audiencefirst thinking across the desk.


Channel Expertise & Desk Support

  • Optimize for discoverability: research intent, track seasonality, steward evergreen content, and partner with Search on technical and practical best practices.

  • Coordinate with Social, Community, Home, Notifications, and Newsletters to maximize reach and engagement.

  • Contribute to daily/weekly/monthly desk and section updates, synthesizing insights into clear, actionable takeaways.

  • Uphold CNN's journalistic mission by using data to inform editorial decisions.


Qualifications & Experience...

  • 5-7+ years in digital journalism, audience development, content strategy, or insights roles.

  • Proven ability to identify coverage, framing, and format opportunities that attract new readers and deepen engagement.

  • Strong ability to synthesize complex data into prescriptive editorial recommendations; experience partnering closely with analytics teams.

  • Ability to write platformnative social copy and coach others on best practices.

  • Strong crossnewsroom collaborator committed to CNN's journalistic independence and mission.

  • Fluent in search trends, intent shifts, and misinformation dynamics.

  • Deep expertise across mainstream and emerging social platforms.

  • Strong communication and storytelling skills for reports and presentations; comfortable with testing, iteration, and directional reads.

  • Skilled at bridging editorial, product, analytics, design, and research to move work forward.

  • Strong understanding of the competitive landscape and broader attention patterns.

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $91,000.00 - $169,000.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

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