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Gray Television

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - WBTV

Charlotte, NC · On-site

WBTV is looking for an experienced, creative, and talented assignment editor. We're looking for a ... and weekends as well as some overtime. - Please apply online and attach your resume with a cover ...

FOX News Network, LLC

Editor, Outkick

$61K - $79K/yr

You have excellent copy-editing skills. You also understand the OutKick.com brand and ethos and are ... Ability/flexibility to work different shifts including evenings and weekends; possess an "on-call" ...

Dow Jones

Letters Editor, Opinion

New York, NY · Hybrid

$110K - $140K/yr

Proficiency in writing, copy-editing and proofreading. * Exceptional editing skills and sound ... Flexibility to work evenings or weekends on occasion as news developments require. Our Benefits

Dow Jones

Assistant Editor, Opinion

New York, NY · On-site

... copy-editing and proofreading. * The ability to work under deadline pressure. * Familiarity with audience insights and newsroom analytics. * Flexible to do weekend/evening work as required. #LI ...

NPR

Editor II, Weekend Edition

Washington, DC · On-site

Serve as a core line editor for Weekend Edition's live broadcasts and the Up First podcast ... Demonstrated ability to write and edit clear, engaging broadcast copy under tight deadline ...

NPR

Editor II, Weekend Editon

Washington, DC · On-site

Serve as a core line editor for Weekend Edition's live broadcasts and the Up First podcast ... Demonstrated ability to write and edit clear, engaging broadcast copy under tight deadline ...

NPR

Editor II, Weekend Edition

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$110K - $113K/yr

Serve as a core line editor for Weekend Edition's live broadcasts and the Up First podcast ... Demonstrated ability to write and edit clear, engaging broadcast copy under tight deadline ...

Cox Media Group

Assignment Editor - WSB TV

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, overnights, and weekends. This is an onsite ... Excellent writing, grammar and copy-editing skills Preferred Qualifications * Experience working on ...

iHeartMedia

News Writer/Editor

Phoenix, AZ

... nights/weekends/holidays. This is most likely an overnight position to start. What You'll Do: * Proof reading/writing/editing news copy. * Posting content to various platforms. * Audio editing.

New York Post

PT Editor

New York, NY · Hybrid

$50/hr

... copy on deadline to sing in The Post's unique tabloid voice. The editor should be able to mine ... weekend. The ability to handle anything from a breaking brief to a sprawling news feature, in a ...

iHeartMedia, Inc.

News Writer/Editor

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

... nights/weekends/holidays. This is most likely an overnight position to start. What You'll Do: * Proof reading/writing/editing news copy. * Posting content to various platforms. * Audio editing.

NYP Holdings, Inc.

PT Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

... copy on deadline to sing in The Post's unique tabloid voice. The editor should be able to mine ... weekend. The ability to handle anything from a breaking brief to a sprawling news feature, in a ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary weekend copy editor in the United States is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Weekend Copy Editor vs Part-Time Content Writer?

AspectTemporary Weekend Copy EditorPart-Time Content Writer
CredentialsEditing certifications, strong language skillsWriting samples, basic writing skills
Work EnvironmentMedia companies, publishing houses, online platformsBlogs, marketing agencies, online publications
Industry UsageCommon in publishing and mediaCommon in digital marketing and content creation
Search IntentEditing, proofreading, content accuracyContent creation, writing, storytelling

The Temporary Weekend Copy Editor primarily focuses on reviewing and refining content for accuracy and clarity during weekends, often working in publishing or media environments. In contrast, a Part-Time Content Writer creates original content, articles, or marketing materials, usually on a flexible schedule. While both roles require strong language skills, the copy editor emphasizes editing and proofreading, whereas the content writer emphasizes writing and content development.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Weekend Copy Editor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,809 per year, or $28.8 per hour.
ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - WBTV

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - WBTV

GRAY TELEVISION

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Gray Television rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 68 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 67 rated media

Job description

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WBTV:

WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas and is considered the “most trustworthy source of news and information” in the area, according to research. Being “On Your Side” for the community is the guiding principle of WBTV and helps drive its award-winning newscasts and quality local journalism. Visit www.wbtv.com to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

WBTV is looking for an experienced, creative, and talented assignment editor. We're looking for a self-motivated, positive-thinking, excellent communicator who can work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational skills are a must.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) the following:

- Daily planning and deployment of field resources
- Content creation for all platforms
- Effective response during breaking news situations
- Generate story ideas through various sources; discern credible news tips
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Schedule flexibility is a must.
- This is a full-time hourly position and may include working overnight, holidays, and weekends as well as some overtime.
- Please apply online and attach your resume with a cover letter.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people,  go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WBTV-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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