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Understanding of social first editing, pacing, lighting. * Editing for social media with appropriate safety zones and graphics styles. Videography * Strong video production & still photography skills ...

Understanding of social first editing, pacing, lighting. * Editing for social media with appropriate safety zones and graphics styles. Videography * Strong video production & still photography skills ...

Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site +1

$70K/yr

Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, music selection, sound design, and social-first editing styles * Experience editing branded content, marketing campaigns, or company storytelling content ...

Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, music selection, sound design, and social-first editing styles * Experience editing branded content, marketing campaigns, or company storytelling content ...

Active SECRET Clearance Position Type: Full-Time We are seeking a highly experienced Editor to ... first responders and government agencies rely on to deliver services to the public at large. Our ...

Active SECRET Clearance Position Type: Full-Time We are seeking a highly experienced Editor to ... first responders and government agencies rely on to deliver services to the public at large. Our ...

Editor

Frisco, TX · On-site

Position Overview We're looking for an Editor to support the Dude Perfect's post-production team ... Edit compelling sports, spectacle, and outdoor content from first assembly through final delivery.

Editor

Frisco, TX · On-site

The Editor will report directly to the Lead Editor. I nitial Responsibilities ... Editorial Execution: • Edit compelling sports, spectacle, and outdoor content from first assembly ...

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How much do first editor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for first editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a First Editor, you need excellent language proficiency, strong attention to detail, and a solid background in editing or journalism, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with editing tools like Adobe InCopy, Microsoft Word track changes, and content management systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and time management skills help editors work effectively with writers and meet strict deadlines. These skills ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in published content, maintaining the publication's quality and reputation.

What are some common challenges a First Editor faces when managing multiple projects simultaneously?

A First Editor often juggles several projects at different stages of development, which requires strong organizational and time management skills. Balancing tight deadlines, coordinating with writers, and ensuring consistent quality across all content can be challenging. Effective communication and prioritization are essential to keep projects on track, address unexpected issues, and maintain a smooth workflow within the editorial team.

What are First Editors?

First Editors are professionals in the publishing or media industries responsible for reviewing and revising initial drafts of content. Their main role is to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency before the material moves further along in the editorial process. They may suggest structural changes, correct grammar and style issues, and provide feedback to writers. First Editors play a crucial role in shaping the quality and readability of articles, books, or scripts.

What is the difference between First Editor vs Copy Editor?

AspectFirst EditorCopy Editor
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related field; experience in editingSimilar credentials; often holds a degree in English, journalism, or communications
Work EnvironmentWorks in publishing houses, media companies, or freelance settings, overseeing content qualityWorks in publishing, media, or freelance, focusing on correcting grammar, style, and consistency
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in publishing, media, and content production to manage editorial workflowCommonly employed in publishing, journalism, and corporate communications for detailed editing

While both First Editors and Copy Editors work in editing and share similar qualifications, First Editors typically oversee the entire editing process and manage content flow, whereas Copy Editors focus on correcting language, grammar, and style details. Understanding these roles helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the editing industry.

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Infographic showing various First Editor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, and 21% Part Time. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.
Duty First Editor, SBS FT Riley

Duty First Editor, SBS FT Riley

Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.

Fort Riley, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are a committed team of dedicated former military and civilian professionals who believe in providing ethical and quality services to Government customers. Our leadership team is composed primarily of Veterans who are now serving in a corporate environment rather than in uniform. Our customer's missions become our own and we are committed to working as a team to achieve success. Because of the depth and experiences of our corporate leadership, we can assure all our customers that "we will do what we say we can do" and will focus on our customer's missions rather than corporate goals. Our business model is based on a personal commitment from our leaders to maintain contact with our customers to continually and consistently gauge our performance. Yorktown Systems Group was founded on the idea that providing quality and ethical services with a laser focus on our customer's goals is an effective long-term business model. Our mission, therefore, is to help our customers meet their requirements and goals. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. This provision shall not apply to instances in which an employee who has access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of such employee's essential job functions discloses the compensation of such other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such information, unless such disclosure is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or is consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. The Unconventional, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.
Job Title
Duty First Editor, SBS FT Riley
Location
Fort Riley, KS - Fort Riley, KS 66442 US (Primary)
Job Description
Summary:
The Duty First Editor will support the Offset Systems Group (OSG) JV's contract efforts for the Support Base Services (SBS) contract to the United States Army Garrison (USAG) in Fort Riley, KS. OSG is a joint venture between OSS and Yorktown Systems Group, Inc. (YSG).
The Duty First Editor will provide services to the United States Army Garrison (USAG) and the 1st Infantry Division Public Affairs Office (PAO) at Fort Riley, KS. The Duty First Editor will support the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) who is responsible for providing support base services to the United States Army, which includes supporting Active Component (AC) deployments/redeployments and re-stationing, and Reserve Component (RC) mobilizations/deployment/redeployment and demobilizations. IMCOM accomplishes this mission through United States (US) Army Garrison staffs which have historically been augmented during surge mobilizations/deployments with RC soldiers that could only be ordered to remain on active duty for a limit period of time. As part of the Army's long-term remedy, the Continental United States (CONUS) Support Base Services (CSBS) contract was awarded. The objective is that all Soldiers are satisfied with the service transition for Mobilizations and Demobilizations.
Specific duties may include, but are not limited to:
  • Assist the Public Affairs Office (PAO) with timely, efficient support for complete news releases, in-depth news and feature articles, edit copy, design pages, media layout development, assumes responsibility for grammatical accuracy, clarity, completeness, appropriateness for intended audience, and conformity to established standard format guidelines of publication, IAW AR 360-1 and Associated Press (AP) Style Guide.
  • Attend and coordinate both internal and external Public Affairs and 1st Infantry Division working groups for any major public affairs and or media related events that occur on or associated with Fort Riley.
  • Coordinate, synchronize, oversee, report and brief (as required) on all command information requests and missions throughout Division and Garrison level.
  • Plan, coordinate and assist government personnel in community-relations events, to include promoting, covering and marketing produced products.
  • Establish working relationships with the Division, Garrison and other major Army Commands to ensure timely and accurate stories.
  • Work with the government editor to adjust strategy of publication accordingly.
  • Shall use computer applications, computer generated graphics, available software packages for innovative designs that are prepared camera-ready for reproduction.
  • Shall assist the Division staff in providing media training for Soldiers and leaders.
  • Perform archival functions to maintain the Divisions Audiovisual Information Library including cataloging and indexing all audiovisual products.
  • Coordinate and assist in escorting and embedding process for media representatives requesting to enter Fort Riley to interview/cover 1st Infantry Division stories/events.
  • Serve as the editor of the 1st Infantry Division Public Affairs Office's online publications and shall provide other general editing services for the newspaper as well as other audio/visual formats as required.
  • Provide tasking, coverage plans and assist in identifying topics and events for print news releases, web news articles and photojournalism as requested by the PAO, in-addition-to ensuring suspense times are met and all products meet the command intent.
  • Shall coordinate with outside media outlets to assist in the widest dissemination of the 1st Infantry Division's story.
  • Serve as a journalist in the 1st Infantry Division Public Affairs Office and shall be responsible for all production elements of that office's publications and/or printed materials.
  • Support the PAO in providing hometown news release services.
  • Perform various technical duties involved in communicating information through visual means.
  • Shall practice good personal hygiene and maintain a clean and neat appearance; attire shall be appropriate for the applicable work environment, and shall be clean, neat and void of rips, tears, and holes. For safety reasons, open toe shoes are not allowed; footwear shall comply with mission and OSHA requirements.

Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
  • Must have documented and relevant knowledge, skills, and experience as outlined in this announcement. A bachelor's degree in journalism is preferred.
  • Strong communicative and writing skills.
  • Must be able to speak, write and read the English language sufficiently enough to perform the service requirements of this position.
  • Must be able to communicate with Government military and civilian personnel.
  • Must be able to perform basic addition and subtraction functions and have the ability to accurately report fire or other emergency conditions as required.

Clearance: Must possess a favorable NACI Background check.
Location: Fort Riley, KS.
Travel: No Travel Required
Security Clearance
Travel
Some travel may be required
Job Type
Full-Time
Exemption Type
Exempt
Category
Contractors
EEO STATEMENT Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, any other non-merit-based factor, or other characteristics protected by law. As part of the company's equal employment opportunity policy, Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries, will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. The Unconventional, LLC. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.