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Digital Editor Weekend Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

... weekend breaking news coverage and daily media site in nearby Newark ... This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure ...

... weekend breaking news coverage and daily media site in nearby Newark ... This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure ...

Maximize family time with no weekend, Holiday, or on-call requirements * Maintain work-life balance ... Video editing * Understanding of: * Accessibility standards * File formats * Resolution ...

CONTENT CREATOR

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$35K - $45K/yr

Proficiency in photo and video editing tools (Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Lightroom, or equivalent ... digital content * Comfortable working on-site during weekend services and key church events ...

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What is the difference between Digital Editor Weekend vs Content Producer?

AspectDigital Editor WeekendContent Producer
CredentialsRelevant journalism, media, or communications degree; editing experienceSimilar degrees; writing, editing, and multimedia skills
Work EnvironmentMedia companies, online platforms, publishing housesMedia agencies, digital marketing firms, online content teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in news outlets, online publishers, media organizationsCommon in marketing agencies, digital media companies
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing editing roles for weekend work or part-timePeople exploring content creation and multimedia roles

The Digital Editor Weekend primarily focuses on editing digital content during weekends, often within media or publishing companies. In contrast, a Content Producer handles the creation, planning, and production of multimedia content across platforms. While both roles require strong editing and content skills, the Digital Editor Weekend emphasizes editing and curating existing content, whereas the Content Producer is more involved in content creation and strategy.

What are the most commonly searched types of Digital Editor jobs in Ohio? The most popular types of Digital Editor jobs in Ohio are:
Weekend/Breaking News Editor

Weekend/Breaking News Editor

gannett

Columbus, OH • On-site

Other

Posted 16 days ago


Gannett rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 75 rated media


Job description

The Columbus Dispatch/Dispatch.com, the leading news and information provider in the state capital of Columbus and part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a strategic, digitally fluent journalist to lead our weekend breaking news coverage and daily media site in nearby Newark. This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure our journalism reflects and serves diverse communities. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Help lead a Digital-First Newsroom: Direct breaking and exclusive news coverage with a focus on speed, accuracy, and digital impact. Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. 
  • Champion Video Storytelling: Collaborate with visual editors, reporters, and producers to create compelling video content for social platforms (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube) and dispatch.com. 
  • Urgent Sourcing Across Channels: Develop and execute strategies for real-time sourcing and verification using social media, public agencies, and community sources. Monitor social platforms for breaking news, trending topics, and user-generated content; verify and incorporate multimedia from public and official sources. 
  • Audience Engagement: Identify top trending stories of the day, based on analytics and audience potential, specific to attracting search and social audiences. Use analytics and audience insights to shape coverage, drive subscriptions, and deepen engagement. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusivity. 
  • Mentorship and Collaboration: Mentor reporters in digital news gathering, compelling narratives, and diverse sources. Collaborate across the newsroom and USA TODAY Network to enhance story forms and audience reach. 

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Expertise in digital-first news gathering, video production, and social media sourcing. 
  • Expertise with public records, data reporting, and data visualization. 
  • Strong news judgment, editing skills, and command of journalism ethics. 
  • Proficiency with analytics, audience funnel strategies, and digital content optimization. 
  • Ability to verify and curate user-generated content and multimedia from social platforms.  

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism, media production, or related field, or equivalent experience. 
  • Three or more years of newsroom editing experience, with a track record in digital and public safety journalism. 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, multi-platform environment. 

Application Instructions

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order: 
1.    Your resume – one to two pages. 
2.    A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. 
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration. 

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