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AFAR

Senior Editor

New York, NY · On-site +1

$90K - $95K/yr

Idea development * Assigning articles * Cultivating relationships with freelance writers from a ... Sharp line editing, story shaping, and packaging skills * Reporting experience and knowledge of ...

AFAR

Senior Editor

New York, NY · Remote

$90K - $95K/yr

Idea development * Assigning articles * Cultivating relationships with freelance writers from a ... Sharp line editing, story shaping, and packaging skills * Reporting experience and knowledge of ...

AFAR

Senior Editor

New York, NY · Remote

$90K - $95K/yr

Idea development * Assigning articles * Cultivating relationships with freelance writers from a ... Sharp line editing, story shaping, and packaging skills * Reporting experience and knowledge of ...

SupportFinity™

Freelance Producer/Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Lead the end-to-end video editing process, from concept development to final delivery. * Collaborate with creative teams to understand project goals and objectives. * Edit raw footage, incorporating ...

InforCapital

Real Estate Editor (Temporary)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $104/hr

... estate and development Generate assignments for staff and freelancers based on news and tips ... with other editors at Curbed and across New York Magazine on visuals and social promotion for ...

Vox Media Group

Real Estate Editor (Temporary)

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $104K/yr

Real Estate Editor (Temporary) Curbed, New York Magazine's pioneering site covering real estate ... development * Generate assignments for staff and freelancers based on news and tips * Oversee two ...

The Daily Meal

Drink Channel Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

... freelance contributors Working with the social and audience development teams to help promote ... with the photo editor to maintain a high quality of images and overall look of the channel ...

The Daily Meal

Drink Channel Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

... freelance contributors Working with the social and audience development teams to help promote ... with the photo editor to maintain a high quality of images and overall look of the channel ...

The New York Times

Senior Staff Editor, Well

New York, NY · On-site

$124K - $135K/yr

You will supervise beat reporters and develop a stable of freelance contributors. * You will ... development programs. For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided ...

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How much do freelance development editor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance development editor in New York is $90,095.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,900.00 and $106,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a freelance development editor do?

A Freelance Development Editor helps authors refine their manuscripts by focusing on structure, clarity, coherence, and overall effectiveness. They provide feedback on elements like plot, pacing, character development, and argument strength, depending on the type of writing. Unlike copy editors, they concentrate on big-picture issues rather than grammar and syntax. Working independently, they collaborate with writers, publishers, or businesses on a project basis to improve content. Their goal is to enhance the manuscript’s impact and readability before it moves to the next stage of editing.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a freelance development editor?

To thrive as a Freelance Development Editor, you need expertise in substantive editing, a keen eye for story structure, and a firm grasp of grammar and style, usually supported by a background in English, journalism, or publishing. Familiarity with editing tools such as Microsoft Word (track changes), Google Docs, and project management platforms is common, while certification from organizations like the Editorial Freelancers Association can be beneficial. Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential for ensuring manuscript quality, meeting client expectations, and managing multiple projects efficiently in a freelance environment.

What are some typical challenges faced by freelance development editors?

Freelance Development Editors often juggle multiple projects and clients simultaneously, which requires strong organizational and time management skills. Challenges may include navigating differing author expectations, tight deadlines, and the need for clear communication while working remotely. Since you may work with clients around the world, adapting your approach to fit diverse genres, styles, and publishing standards is important. Overcoming these challenges helps you build a solid reputation and maintain steady workflow in the competitive freelancing market.

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Senior Editor, Higher Education

Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$100 - $107/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Key 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

  • Communicate and collaborate with partner publications and help develop new collaborations and partnerships

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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