The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
Sports Designer/Copy Editor
New York, NY · On-site
Now, we're looking for a Sports Designer/Copy Editor to take our sports presence to the next level ... EST and will be expected to work one weekend day. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified ...
Sports Designer/Copy Editor
New York, NY · On-site
Now, we're looking for a Sports Designer/Copy Editor to take our sports presence to the next level ... EST and will be expected to work one weekend day. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified ...
Sports Designer/Copy Editor
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Now, we're looking for a Sports Designer/Copy Editor to take our sports presence to the next level ... EST and will be expected to work one weekend day. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified ...
Sports Designer/Copy Editor
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Now, we're looking for a Sports Designer/Copy Editor to take our sports presence to the next level ... EST and will be expected to work one weekend day. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified ...
Freelance Ticker Copy Editor
$20.75 - $29/hr
FOX Sports is seeking a Freelance Ticker Copy Editor, who will be responsible for writing and ... to-day tasks. The successful employee will be able to make sound decisions quickly while ...
Freelance Ticker Copy Editor
$20.75 - $29/hr
FOX Sports is seeking a Freelance Ticker Copy Editor, who will be responsible for writing and ... to-day tasks. The successful employee will be able to make sound decisions quickly while ...
Per Diem Copy Editors
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$35/hr
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
Per Diem Copy Editors
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$35/hr
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
Per Diem Copy Editors
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$35/hr
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
Per Diem Copy Editors
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$35/hr
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
Per Diem Copy Editors
El Segundo, CA · On-site
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
Per Diem Copy Editors
El Segundo, CA · On-site
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science ...
Copy Editor
$72K - $78K/yr
The Copy Editor is responsible for editing copy that appears in VIZ Media's print and digital ... VIZ Media operates on a hybrid schedule with 1 day of work onsite at our downtown San Francisco ...
Copy Editor
$72K - $78K/yr
The Copy Editor is responsible for editing copy that appears in VIZ Media's print and digital ... VIZ Media operates on a hybrid schedule with 1 day of work onsite at our downtown San Francisco ...
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
The candidate will also be a proficient copy editor with knowledge of AP style. Sports desk employees are expected to work well in a team setting, and be able to make nightly deadlines.
The candidate will also be a proficient copy editor with knowledge of AP style. Sports desk employees are expected to work well in a team setting, and be able to make nightly deadlines.
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Keep reading. Sandow is seeking a full-time copy editor who will be responsible for ensuring ... At SANDOW, we push the boundaries of creativity every day. Our mission is to build smart businesses ...
Keep reading. Sandow is seeking a full-time copy editor who will be responsible for ensuring ... At SANDOW, we push the boundaries of creativity every day. Our mission is to build smart businesses ...
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Copy Editor
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Keep reading. Sandow is seeking a full-time copy editor who will be responsible for ensuring ... At SANDOW, we push the boundaries of creativity every day. Our mission is to build smart businesses ...
Copy Editor
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Keep reading. Sandow is seeking a full-time copy editor who will be responsible for ensuring ... At SANDOW, we push the boundaries of creativity every day. Our mission is to build smart businesses ...
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college ... Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment
Day Sports Copy Editor information
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$12.50 - $15.67
8% of jobs
$15.67 - $18.84
10% of jobs
$18.84 - $22.01
8% of jobs
$22.08 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$22.01 - $25.17
12% of jobs
The median wage is $27.65 / hr.
$25.17 - $28.34
17% of jobs
$31.19 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.34 - $31.51
24% of jobs
$31.51 - $34.68
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$34.68 - $37.85
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$37.85 - $41.02
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How much do day sports copy editor jobs pay per hour?
As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for day sports copy 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 is the difference between Day Sports Copy Editor vs Sports Writer?
| Aspect | Day Sports Copy Editor | Sports Writer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Editing and proofreading sports content for accuracy, clarity, and style | Creating original sports articles, reports, and features |
| Required Skills | Strong editing, grammar, and fact-checking skills | Excellent writing, storytelling, and research skills |
| Work Environment | Editorial teams, publishing houses, online media | Newsrooms, freelance, online platforms |
| Common Credentials | Journalism degree or editing experience | Journalism or communications degree, writing portfolio |
The Day Sports Copy Editor primarily focuses on refining sports content, ensuring it meets quality standards, while a Sports Writer creates original sports stories and reports. Both roles require strong journalism skills, but their core responsibilities differ—editing versus writing. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers target the right position in the sports media industry.
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Job description
The Los Angeles Times has openings for copy editors who can work on an as-needed basis with the News, Features or Sports copy desks. The News desk handles California, Business, Politics, Science, National, Foreign and Opinion digital and print coverage; the Features desk handles features and entertainment coverage; and the Sports desk handles all major and local sports and sports events.Â
If you join us, you will:
- Edit articles, photo captions and galleries, news breakers and newsletters; text for graphics, videos and databases; and other coverage for grammar, syntax and style as well as for formatting, search engine optimization and legality
- Serve as a newsroom quality-control specialist, ensuring that all content meets Times standards
- Write engaging headlines and photo captions that are optimized for search and can perform well on social media
- Work with a level of accuracy that allows immediate posting on the website
- Operate in a fast-paced environment with continuous digital publishing demands and daily print deadlines
- Expedite the movement of material between the website and print by collaborating with copy editors, assigning editors, reporters, website producers, page designers, graphics editors and photo/visual journalists
Requirements:
- A minimum of one year of experience editing news and features stories for a journalistic publication; copy desk experience editing the coverage areas listed above is a plus
- Strong skills in line and copy editing and headline writing for digital and print, strong news judgment and knowledge of taste and legal considerations
- Consistent ability to work quickly, accurately and with precision
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team setting and multitask in a deadline-driven environment
- Expertise in using production systems and software tools required to edit, produce and curate content for digital and print. This may include Slack, Cue/CCI, Google Docs, Gmail, search engines and social media tools
- An ethical and inclusive approach in the workplace that promotes positive collaboration
- Versatility and adaptability, working not just across production platforms but also across subject areas and possibly filling in on the other Times’ copy desks from time to time Â
The position is listed as Per Diem Employee in the Los Angeles Times Guild. Employees will be part of a pool and eligible for available shifts on a monthly basis. They generally will work fewer than 25 hours per week, with no guaranteed or fixed schedule. We will consider candidates who would work remotely in other time zones as well as those who would work in El Segundo, Calif. Afternoon, night and weekend work is expected.
Qualified applicants should upload a resume and cover letter to Assistant Managing Editor Ruthanne Salido, News Copy Desk Manager Dave Bennett and Features Copy Desk Manager Blake Hennon through the Apply link.