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Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc.

$100K - $107K/yr

Work with freelance reporters to assign and edit their journalism, and assist in recruiting new ... Experience in editing explanatory and features journalism * Experience and interest in the ...

Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC

The Boston Globe is seeking an Assistant Editor, SEO to lead the newsroom's search strategy and help grow audiences through search. This editor will combine strong news judgment with deep expertise ...

Keywords Studios Plc

You'll collaborate closely with the creative team, capture team, producers, assistant editors, and motion graphics designers to craft innovative trailers. Responsibilities * Collaborate with the ...

Agupdate

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY · On-site

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

Agupdate

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

gannett

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. * Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

gannett

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. * Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

Gannett Co., Inc.

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY · On-site

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. * Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC

$43.95 - $56.41/hr

... * Assist in print production and page layout as needed, ensuring deadlines and quality standards ... Exceptional editing skills with demonstrated expertise in grammar, AP style, accuracy, clarity, and ...

USA-Today-Co.

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY · On-site

Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. * Assist sports with editing stories during peak times during their shift and over the weekend as ...

MVM, Inc.

... * Assist with other communication/governance work products as needed. * Proficiency in reviewing and editing standard operating procedures, policies, and other written instructions. * Advanced ...

R.H. Boyd

... editing, and proofreading of various publications, ensuring that all materials align with the ... * Assist in developing content strategies for new publications, series, or digital projects.

Live Nation, Inc

... * Assist with asset preparation, media exports, and other post-production tasks as needed to support larger editorial projects QUALIFICATIONS * 3-5+ years professional experience in video editing for ...

MFI Technologies Incorporated

... editing, and AI-powered creative intelligence. Trailer Editor - The Diary Of A CEO Role Type ... Support junior editors and assistant editors by sharing systems, templates, and AI tools

Kentucky State University

Production Assistant

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

TITLE: Production Assistant DEPARTMENT: Land Grant/ College of Agriculture, Health and Natural ... Assists with video and audio editing using linear and non-linear editing equipment and applicable ...

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What is an editing assistant?

Editing Assistants are professionals who support editors in the preparation and revision of written content for publication. Their responsibilities often include proofreading, formatting documents, checking for consistency and accuracy, and sometimes fact-checking or organizing materials. Editing Assistants may work in publishing houses, media organizations, or for independent authors, helping ensure that final documents are polished and error-free. They play a key role in the editorial process by managing administrative tasks and assisting with project coordination.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an editing assistant?

To thrive as an Editing Assistant, you need strong attention to detail, excellent grammar and language skills, and a relevant degree or coursework in English, journalism, or communications. Familiarity with editing software such as Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word track changes, and content management systems is typically required. Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and effective communication help you excel in supporting editors and managing deadlines. These skills ensure high-quality content production, efficient workflow, and successful collaboration within editorial teams.

What challenges do editing assistants face, and how can they overcome them?

Editing Assistants often juggle multiple tasks, such as managing deadlines, coordinating with different departments, and ensuring accuracy in edited content. Balancing these responsibilities while adapting to shifting priorities can be challenging. To overcome these hurdles, strong organizational skills, clear communication, and proficiency with editorial tools are essential. Proactively seeking feedback and staying adaptable also help Editing Assistants support their teams more effectively and contribute to smooth editorial workflows.

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Senior Editor, Higher Education

On-site

Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc.
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
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$100K - $107K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee a team of staff reporters, assign stories, and edit features, analyses, and investigations on higher education.

  • Identify story ideas, guide reporters, and coordinate projects with other editors and partner outlets.

  • Collaborate with partner publications, develop new partnerships, and represent Hechinger at conferences.

Job description

The Hechinger Report , the award-winning news organization focused on innovation and inequality in education, is seeking an experienced editor to oversee our higher education coverage. The editor will lead a small team of staff reporters and many freelance contributors, assigning and editing stories that meet Hechinger's high bar for in-depth investigative, feature and explanatory journalism.

The editor will help identify story ideas, make assignments, guide reporters and line-edit stories. This position will also be responsible for shaping our strategy for covering higher education, and for working closely with other editors, as well as engagement, web and data staffers, on ideas for new and innovative storytelling techniques and products. The editor will collaborate with our existing partner outlets, such as The Washington Post, NPR and the Los Angeles Times, and help us develop new partnerships.

Hechinger is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Building a diverse and inclusive newsroom is integral to Hechinger's mission. Just as we seek to elevate diverse perspectives through our journalism, we also strive to ensure that the writers and editors telling those stories come from diverse backgrounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Oversee a team of 2-3 staff reporters, helping with story planning, prioritization and career development
  • Assign and line-edit stories, including features, analyses and investigations, primarily on higher education; assist with second reads as needed
  • Work with freelance reporters to assign and edit their journalism, and assist in recruiting new freelance contributors
  • Communicate and collaborate with our partner publications and help develop new collaborations and partnerships
  • Conceptualize and coordinate projects with other editors
  • Travel a few times a year, to our annual staff gathering and potentially to higher education and/or journalism events; occasionally meet with sources and represent Hechinger at conferences
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent professional experience
  • 7 to 10 years of professional experience in journalism, with at least 3 years supervising reporters
  • Experience in editing explanatory and features journalism
  • Experience and interest in the education beat
  • Ability to generate ambitious feature story ideas
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience motivating and supporting colleagues
  • Familiarity with audience engagement tools and strategies
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in project management and organizational development
  • 5 years of editing experience at a news organization
  • 5 years on the education beat
  • Experience assessing, guiding and editing investigative reporting projects
BENEFITS

This position will be paid between $100,000 and $107,000 a year. This position also receives Teachers CollegeFull-Time Professional Benefits , which include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 403(b) tax-advantaged retirement investment plan, and tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents.

RESTRICTIONS

The Hechinger Report's main office is located in New York City. This role may be remote.

Hechinger is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Building a diverse and inclusive newsroom is integral to Hechinger's mission. Just as we seek to elevate diverse perspectives through our journalism, we also strive to ensure that the writers and editors telling those stories come from diverse backgrounds.

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