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gannett

Sports Editor

Detroit, MI · On-site

Strong line-editing skills. * Strong people-management skills. * Strong problem-solving skills. Industry knowledge: * Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment - from game coverage to fan ...

gannett

Sports Editor

Detroit, MI

Strong line-editing skills. * Strong people-management skills. * Strong problem-solving skills. Industry knowledge: * Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment - from game coverage to fan ...

Gannett Co., Inc.

Sports Editor

Detroit, MI · On-site

Strong line-editing skills. * Strong people-management skills. * Strong problem-solving skills. Industry knowledge: * Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment - from game coverage to fan ...

Stantec

Transmission Line Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

Writing and editing technical reports and engineering studies. * You will also be a liaison with ... transmission line design. * Experience with lattice towers is a plus. * Experience with ...

Stantec

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$126K - $189K/yr

Writing and editing technical reports and engineering studies. * You will also be a liaison with ... line design. * Experience with lattice towers. * Experience with geotechnical data interpretation ...

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How much do line editor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for line editor in Michigan is $55,809.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,600.00 and $63,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges a line editor might face in their daily work?

Line Editors often juggle multiple deadlines and projects, requiring strong time management and the ability to quickly adapt to varying writing styles or tones. Maintaining consistency while respecting each author's unique voice can be challenging, especially when editing work from multiple contributors. Additionally, navigating feedback from authors or managing conflicting editorial guidelines may require diplomacy and problem-solving skills. As part of a collaborative editorial team, you'll often work closely with copy editors, writers, and sometimes project managers to ensure that content meets the highest quality standards.

What does a line editor do?

A Line Editor reviews written content to improve clarity, flow, and style while ensuring grammatical accuracy. They focus on sentence structure, word choice, and readability rather than broad content or structural changes. Line Editors work closely with writers to refine tone and consistency. Their goal is to enhance the text without altering the author's voice. This role is common in publishing, journalism, and content creation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a line editor?

To thrive as a Line Editor, you need exceptional grammar, punctuation, and syntax expertise, often supported by a degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with style guides (such as AP, Chicago, or MLA) and editing tools like Microsoft Word's Track Changes or Adobe Acrobat is highly beneficial. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to provide constructive feedback are key soft skills for this position. These skills help ensure high-quality, polished content that meets both editorial standards and client expectations.

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Infographic showing various Line Editor job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,809 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Sports Editor

gannett

Detroit, MI • On-site

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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 Detroit News is seeking an outstanding Sports Editor to collaborate and direct coverage in one of the nation’s best sports towns. Our award-winning journalists cover and opine on Detroit’s professional football, baseball, basketball and hockey teams as well as historic college programs at two Big Ten universities, not to mention our robust high school programs. Interested candidates need to be able to prioritize great revelatory enterprise, recognizing our place in the national discussion, amid the daily rush of breaking sports news for our audience.

In this role, you will:

  • Respond to a robust local sports community.
  • Assign and edit stories for collegiate, high school, recreational and minor league sports.
  • Occasionally, coordinate coverage for multiple sites.
  • Establish and maintain ongoing lines of communication among sports teams across the USA TODAY Network.
  • Monitor metrics and use SEO best practices.
  • Write columns, briefs, trending articles and/or predictions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant management/supervisory experience
  • Proven proficiency in applying analytics to content strategy.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Exposure to deadline-driven environment.
  • Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
  • SEO knowledge.
  • Self-motivation and self-direction.
  • Strong line-editing skills.
  • Strong people-management skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

Industry knowledge:

  • Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment – from game coverage to fan experiences.
  • Understanding of how to engage audiences on digital platforms.
  • The ability to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment
  • The ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional environment

How To Apply:
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.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
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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