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Newsweek

Senior News Editor

$100K - $115K/yr

Senior News Editor, Newsweek.com Location: United States (Remote or Hybrid in NYC) Position ... Perform rapid second-day and rolling rewrites that materially improve stories as facts evolve.

Boston Globe Media Partners

Deputy Ideas Editor

Boston, MA · On-site

$90K - $122K/yr

... second social video. Leadership is also part of the job: When the Ideas editor is away, this editor will be called upon to help oversee the section. Responsibilities: * Be capable of handling all the ...

Boston Globe Media

Deputy Ideas Editor

Boston, MA · On-site

$90K - $122K/yr

... second social video. Leadership is also part of the job: When the Ideas editor is away, this editor will be called upon to help oversee the section. Responsibilities: * Be capable of handling all the ...

Contrarian Thinking

Short Form Editor (Remote)

Austin, TX · Remote

$1.0K - $1.7K/yr

Cut 3-5 minutes of raw footage into an engaging 60-second clip. * Use strong storytelling with ... Ideally, experience editing short-form content for other creators * Strong storytelling skills and ...

Newsweek

Senior News Editor

$100K - $115K/yr

Senior News Editor, Newsweek.com Location: United States (Remote or Hybrid in NYC) Position ... Perform rapid second-day and rolling rewrites that materially improve stories as facts evolve.

Ryzesuperfoods

Organic Social Editor

COMPANY RYZE Superfoods is looking for an Organic Social Editor to bring our truck tour to life ... next second. This isn't a teachable skill so much as a trained eye that either exists or doesn't.

Range

Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site

This is an editor-first role: you'll spend most of your day in Premiere Pro, After Effects, and ... You think like a marketer first, creative second - you care more about driving business results ...

Parallax

Editor

Denver, CO

$7.0K/mo

Your track record shows a polished 60-second cut in under 2 hours and a rough assembly in 30 minutes. * You're AI-native. You've built AI into your editing practice - Descript, Runway, CapCut's auto ...

Catch Creation, LLC

Video Editor | Direct Response Ads

OR · On-site +1

$15 - $30/hr

Most editors deliver a file and never find out whether it worked. Here, your work goes live with ... Assemble UGC and influencer footage into ads that hold attention past the 3-second drop-off * Build ...

Parallax

Editor

Denver, CO · On-site

$7.0K/mo

Your track record shows a polished 60-second cut in under 2 hours and a rough assembly in 30 minutes. * You're AI-native. You've built AI into your editing practice - Descript, Runway, CapCut's auto ...

Sentar

Analytic Editor

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

As an Analytical Editor, you will be given the opportunity to showcase your SIGINT Reporting ... Second Party products for use or decision by Government personnel, and provide input to the ...

Parallax

Editor

Denver, CO · On-site

$7.0K/mo

Your track record shows a polished 60-second cut in under 2 hours and a rough assembly in 30 minutes. * You're AI-native. You've built AI into your editing practice -- Descript, Runway, CapCut's auto ...

Sentar

Analytic Editor

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

As an Analytical Editor, you will be given the opportunity to showcase your SIGINT Reporting ... Second Party products for use or decision by Government personnel, and provide input to the ...

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How much do second editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for second 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 is a second editor?

Second Editors, also known as assistant editors or secondary editors, are professionals who support the lead editor in the post-production process of films, television, or other media projects. Their responsibilities include organizing footage, assembling rough cuts, managing media assets, and ensuring continuity throughout the editing process. They may also handle technical tasks such as syncing audio, creating backups, and preparing materials for review. Second Editors play a crucial role in maintaining the workflow and efficiency of the editing team, allowing the lead editor to focus on the creative aspects of the project.

How does a second editor typically collaborate with other team members during the editing process?

A Second Editor works closely with the Lead Editor, writers, and sometimes the production team to ensure consistency, clarity, and accuracy in content. This role often involves reviewing and refining material that has already undergone an initial edit, providing a fresh perspective and catching errors that may have been missed. Second Editors frequently communicate feedback, suggest revisions, and help maintain or improve the publication's style and quality. Collaboration may take place via shared editing platforms, regular meetings, or direct communication to address specific editorial concerns and deadlines.

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

To thrive as a Second Editor, you need a strong command of grammar, style, and language conventions, typically supported by a relevant degree or professional editing experience. Proficiency with editing tools such as Microsoft Word track changes, Adobe Acrobat, and content management systems is commonly required. Attention to detail, time management, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring quality and meeting deadlines. These skills are vital to maintain publication standards, enhance clarity, and support seamless collaboration in editorial workflows.
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Senior News Editor

Newsweek

Remote

$100K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Senior News Editor, Newsweek.com  

Location: United States (Remote or Hybrid in NYC)

Position Overview: 
The Senior Editor is a senior operational authority in Newsweek's U.S. newsroom, responsible for setting the editorial bar and enforcing it relentlessly. This role demands editors who can run a national news desk at full throttle-making high-stakes editorial decisions in real time, rewriting aggressively, and delivering journalism that competes head-to-head with the strongest U.S. newsrooms. Reporting to the US News Director, the Senior Editor owns daily execution of the U.S. news report, turning strategy into journalism that is fast, authoritative, analytically sharp, and unmistakably worth a reader's time. This is a role for editors who expect to touch the most important stories themselves, not manage them from a distance.

This is a full-time position working 3:00 pm-12:00 am ET five days a week, including one weekend shift. This position may be worked remotely anywhere in the United States.

Key Responsibilities: 

Desk Command & Editorial Judgment

  • Run the U.S. news desk during peak coverage hours, making final calls on framing, prioritization, and play.
  • Distinguish decisively between stories that advance public understanding and those that merely follow the pack.
  • Kill weak or redundant stories quickly-and demand better replacements.

Elite Editing & Rewrite Authority

  • Deliver first-class framing on the most competitive national stories, identifying where Newsweek can add clarity, originality, or analytical value.
  • Rewrite without hesitation: leads, nut grafs, headlines, structure, sourcing, and tone.
  • Take raw field notes, transcripts, interviews, and exclusives and turn them into clean, analytical, tightly argued journalism.
  • Perform rapid second-day and rolling rewrites that materially improve stories as facts evolve.

Breaking News & Hands-On Reporting

  • Operate as a desk reporter when the moment demands it-making calls, confirming facts, chasing documents, and closing gaps.
  • Personally intervene on high-stakes or sensitive stories where precision and judgment are critical.

Standards, Culture & Accountability

  • Hold yourself and your team to elite newsroom standards.
  • Provide blunt, constructive feedback and demand improvement.
  • Mentor reporters and junior editors into sharper thinkers and stronger journalists.
  • Take ownership when coverage underperforms.

Audience & Competitive Awareness

  • Maintain a sophisticated understanding of how serious readers engage with news.
  • Work with audience teams to ensure performance goals support editorial ambition.
  • Monitor competitive coverage and push Newsweek to outperform, not echo.

Qualifications & Requirements:  

  • 7-10+ years of experience at a high-level U.S. digital newsroom.
  • Demonstrated record editing breaking news, exclusives, and enterprise reporting at speed.
  • Exceptional news judgment. 
  • First-rate rewriting skills.
  • Comfortable making consequential editorial decisions independently.
  • Proven ability to handle sensitive and legally complex stories.
  • Deep understanding of U.S. political, legal, and cultural dynamics.
  • Calm, decisive leadership style under pressure. 

Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000 commensurate with experience.  

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