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Executive Editor - Tucson

Tucson, AZ

$125K - $175K/yr

Executive editor, the Arizona Daily Star The Arizona Daily Star is seeking a visionary, ambitious ... As the second-most populous city in Arizona, a major university town and a gateway to the U.S ...

The New York Times

News Editor, Science

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

You will be a master of language, able to uphold Times standards and style and handle both first and second edits. The Science news editor will need to stay abreast of the desk's competitors and be ...

Contrarian Thinking

Short Form Editor

Austin, TX · Remote

$1K - $1K/mo

... editor who is an elite visual storyteller who can leverage audio and visual elements to create ... Edit and condense 3-5 minutes of raw footage into a compelling 60-second short-form video for ...

The New York Times

News Editor, Science

New York, NY · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

You will be a master of language, able to uphold Times standards and style and handle both first and second edits. The Science news editor will need to stay abreast of the desk's competitors and be ...

The New York Times

News Editor, Science

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

You will be a master of language, able to uphold Times standards and style and handle both first and second edits. The Science news editor will need to stay abreast of the desk's competitors and be ...

Hearst Television

Data Editor

Norwalk, CT · On-site

Data Editor, Hearst Connecticut Media Group We're expanding our data team at Hearst Connecticut ... Ability to speak a second language like Spanish. If you're passionate about ambitious local ...

Hearst

Data Editor

Norwalk, CT · On-site

Data Editor, Hearst Connecticut Media Group We're expanding our data team at Hearst Connecticut ... Ability to speak a second language like Spanish. If you're passionate about ambitious local ...

Hearst Newspapers

Data Editor

Norwalk, CT · On-site

Data Editor, Hearst Connecticut Media Group We're expanding our data team at Hearst Connecticut ... Ability to speak a second language like Spanish. If you're passionate about ambitious local ...

Hearst

Data Editor

Norwalk, CT

Data Editor, Hearst Connecticut Media Group We're expanding our data team at Hearst Connecticut ... Ability to speak a second language like Spanish. If you're passionate about ambitious local ...

Hearst

Data Editor

Norwalk, CT

Data Editor, Hearst Connecticut Media Group We're expanding our data team at Hearst Connecticut ... Ability to speak a second language like Spanish. If you're passionate about ambitious local ...

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As of Jun 6, 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 are Second Editors?

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.

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.

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.
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Executive Editor - Tucson

leeenterprises

Tucson, AZ

$125K - $175K/yr

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Posted 21 hours ago

Job description

Executive editor, the Arizona Daily Star 

The Arizona Daily Star is seeking a visionary, ambitious and community-centered executive editor to lead our newsroom in delivering indispensable journalism. This is a role for an editor who believes deeply in holding power accountable, amplifying community voices and producing work that makes readers’ lives better, clearer and more connected. 

We are seeking an innovative newsroom leader with a proven record of producing impactful journalism and growing readership and subscriptions. The ideal candidate will bring strong editorial judgment, a deep understanding of digital publishing and analytics, and the ability to lead a newsroom in a competitive news environment. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Editorial leadership

  • Oversee newsroom strategy, operations and editorial priorities across all platforms
  • Drive enterprise, investigative and watchdog reporting that leads the market
  • Ensure fast, accurate and continuously evolving breaking news coverage
  • Recruit, develop and retain high-performing journalists and newsroom leaders

Audience and growth

  • Use audience data and editorial judgment to set coverage priorities around the most consequential issues facing Southern Arizona
  • Expand digital subscriptions, engagement and long-term reader loyalty
  • Position the organization for long-term growth in a rapidly evolving media environment
  • Collaborate across the organization to strengthen storytelling, audience engagement and newsroom performance

Community leadership

  • Deepen the organization’s connection to the communities it serves
  • Serve as a visible representative of the organization in the community
  • Position the newsroom at the center of key civic conversations and public-interest journalism

Salary Range:  $125,000 to $175,000 based on experience

WHY TUCSON 

Tucson is a dynamic, fast-growing community where journalism matters and competition for readers is strong. As the second-most populous city in Arizona, a major university town and a gateway to the U.S.-Mexico borderlands, Tucson offers a rich mix of cultures, perspectives and stories. This is a competitive news market, where local reporting intersects with issues of national significance, from growth and education to climate and the border.

Our next newsroom leader will help our team deliver journalism that is essential to the community and critical to the future of local journalism in Southern Arizona. If you believe in the power of local news to strengthen communities, we want to hear from you.

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