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The Drum

Editorial Coordinator

Miami, FL · On-site

Editorial Operations & Workflow Management * Support editorial leadership with forward planning, content coordination and operational execution. * Manage planning trackers, workflow systems and ...

The Drum

Editorial Coordinator

Miami, FL · On-site

Editorial Operations & Workflow Management * Support editorial leadership with forward planning, content coordination and operational execution. * Manage planning trackers, workflow systems and ...

Vox Media Group

Editorial Assistant, The Cut

New York, NY · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

... operations. This person will start the day for our readers by scanning the news each morning ... Ensure the office runs smoothly by coordinating with editors and staff on anything they may need ...

Gaia

Production Operations Coordinator

Louisville, CO · On-site

Gaia is seeking a highly organized Production Operations Coordinator to support the flow of content ... Conduct media and content quality control checks to confirm publishing readiness, editorial ...

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How much do editorial operations coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for editorial operations coordinator in the United States is $24.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an editorial operations coordinator?

Editorial Operations Coordinators are professionals who support the editorial team by managing workflows, schedules, and communication between writers, editors, and other departments. They ensure that content production runs smoothly, deadlines are met, and editorial standards are maintained. Their responsibilities often include coordinating assignments, tracking progress, managing editorial calendars, and assisting with quality control. This role is essential in publishing houses, media companies, and digital content organizations to ensure efficient and effective content delivery.

How does an editorial operations coordinator typically collaborate with editorial and production teams?

Editorial Operations Coordinators play a key role in bridging communication between editorial and production departments. They manage project timelines, track content through various editorial stages, and ensure all stakeholders are updated on progress and deadlines. Effective coordinators facilitate regular meetings, troubleshoot workflow bottlenecks, and help maintain consistency in processes. This collaborative approach helps deliver high-quality content on schedule and supports smooth daily operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an editorial operations coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Editorial Operations Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in editorial workflows, often supported by a relevant degree such as English, communications, or publishing. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), project management tools like Trello or Asana, and proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to multitask help individuals excel in this role. These skills ensure efficient editorial processes, timely content delivery, and effective collaboration across editorial teams.

What is the difference between Editorial Operations Coordinator vs Content Producer?

AspectEditorial Operations CoordinatorContent Producer
Primary FocusManaging editorial workflows, coordinating teams, ensuring content qualityCreating, developing, and producing content across platforms
Required SkillsProject management, editing, communicationContent creation, storytelling, multimedia skills
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams, publishing houses, media companiesMedia production, digital platforms, marketing teams

The Editorial Operations Coordinator primarily oversees the editorial process, ensuring smooth workflows and quality control. In contrast, the Content Producer focuses on creating and producing content. Both roles often collaborate but serve different functions within content development and management.

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Infographic showing various Editorial Operations Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,511 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Editorial Operations Associate

Chicago, IL • On-site

Chicago Sun-Times
Newspaper Publishers • 1 - 5K employees
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$65K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

About Chicago Public Media
Chicago Public Media is one of the nation's largest local nonprofit news organizations. Home to WBEZ 91.5FM, the Chicago Sun-Times, and Vocalo. Chicago Public Media reaches more than 3.3 million people weekly across broadcast, print, and digital platforms. As a mission-driven organization, we aspire to be the most trusted news source Chicagoans turn to for understanding the people, events, and ideas shaping our community.
Chicago Public Media is a 100% community-funded newsroom powered by nearly 97,000 members whose support makes our journalism possible. This sustained community investment helped drive nationally recognized work in 2025, including 29 awards from esteemed organizations, including the Public Media Journalists Association, the Edward R. Murrow Awards, and the National Association of Black Journalists.
We believe independent journalism is essential to a healthy democracy and that access to objective, fact-based news is a right for every citizen. We serve the public interest by creating diverse content that informs and enriches our community, supported by a dedicated staff of approximately 250 professionals.
For more information, please see the Chicago Public Media Annual Report.
DESCRIPTION
The Editorial Operations Associate supports the Chicago Public Media newsroom staff in the administrative aspects of their work, including budgets and expenses, contracts, tools, subscriptions and more. Working closely with the Editorial Operations Manager, the associate acts as a liaison between the newsroom and non-content teams such as finance and legal, as well as external vendors or contributors. They also support internal initiatives related to staff development and workplace culture.
This is a full-time, exempt position. The person in this role is expected to work 40 hours a week, including at least two days from our Navy Pier office.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support editorial operations manager in their role as budget administrator for newsroom budgets, contributing to regular budget reviews and forecasting, team expense tracking and more
  • Process newsroom payment requests
  • Assist with generating and processing contracts for newsroom freelancers and contracts
  • Assist with onboarding or offboarding of other newsroom staff
  • Collaborate with newsroom leadership on staff development initiatives
  • Coordinate staff conference attendance and training opportunities
  • Support the newsroom internship program
  • Assist in coordination of department meetings and communications
  • Manage shared newsroom resources, accounts and subscriptions
  • Contribute and support other newsroom administration duties, as needed
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • A minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in an administrative or financial services role.
  • Experience with budgeting and accounts payable.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Presentation and negotiation skills a plus

COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000 per ANNUM.
Chicago Public Media provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographical location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Working at Chicago Public Media
At Chicago Public Media, we care deeply about our employees as we know attracting, developing, and growing talent is key to our success and enhancing our impact.
Our culture is one where collaboration, diversity of ideas, and innovation are encouraged. We value colleagues who will enhance our culture by bringing new ideas, divergent experiences, and talents to our dynamic workplace.
At Chicago Public Media we believe dedication to a great workplace includes supporting our employees and their families. As a result, we provide a broad and generous benefits package for employees at hire and in the years to come.
Our benefits include a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, and a commuter benefits plan.
Chicago Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we actively seek and welcome people from all backgrounds, orientations, and life experiences to join our team.
The essential functions described above are not all-inclusive and are not intended to create any contractual or other legal commitment. Chicago Public Media may change the content or format of this job at any time in its sole and exclusive discretion without notice.

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