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Atlanta Magazine

Digital Editor

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Digital Editor - Atlanta Magazine Atlanta magazine, the city's leading media publishing brand for 65 years, is looking for a full-time digital editor to join its award-winning editorial team. This ...

DDM GROUP LLC

Associate Editor (Digital)

Atlanta, GA

Atlanta Black Star is seeking an Associate News Editor to support our fast-paced digital newsroom. This role is ideal for someone with prior newsroom or news production experience who thrives in a ...

DDM GROUP LLC

Associate Editor (Digital)

Atlanta, GA

Atlanta Black Star is seeking an Associate News Editor to support our fast-paced digital newsroom. This role is ideal for someone with prior newsroom or news production experience who thrives in a ...

360MEA LTD

Associate Editor (Digital)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$63.50K - $68K/yr

Description Atlanta Black Star is seeking an Associate News Editor to support our fast-paced digital newsroom. This role is ideal for someone with prior newsroom or news production experience who ...

Company 3 / Method Inc.

Finishing Editor

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$36 - $46/hr

Finishing Editor Location : Atlanta, GA (On Site) *Pay Range : $36.00 - $46.00 USD hourly POSITION SUMMARY: The Finishing (Conform) Editor is responsible for conforming high-resolution picture ...

Cox Enterprises

Deputy Sports Editor, AJC

Norcross, GA · On-site

$92.30K - $153.90K/yr

As a Deputy Editor of College and Pro Sports, you will be part of our Sports leadership team ... weekends. • Serve as the main liaison for credential requests, managing and following up on ...

Cox Enterprises

Deputy Sports Editor, AJC

Marietta, GA · On-site

$92.30K - $153.90K/yr

As a Deputy Editor of College and Pro Sports, you will be part of our Sports leadership team ... weekends. • Serve as the main liaison for credential requests, managing and following up on ...

Cox Enterprises

Deputy Sports Editor, AJC

Scottdale, GA

$92.30K - $153.90K/yr

As a Deputy Editor of College and Pro Sports, you will be part of our Sports leadership team ... weekends. • Serve as the main liaison for credential requests, managing and following up on ...

Cox Enterprises

Deputy Sports Editor, AJC

Decatur, GA · On-site

$92.30K - $153.90K/yr

As a Deputy Editor of College and Pro Sports, you will be part of our Sports leadership team ... weekends. • Serve as the main liaison for credential requests, managing and following up on ...

Cox Enterprises

Deputy Sports Editor, AJC

Mableton, GA

$92.30K - $153.90K/yr

As a Deputy Editor of College and Pro Sports, you will be part of our Sports leadership team ... weekends. • Serve as the main liaison for credential requests, managing and following up on ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend editor in Georgia is $26.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.08 and $33.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Weekend Editor oversees content publication and newsroom operations during weekends, ensuring timely reporting and article updates. They manage writers, edit articles, and monitor breaking news to keep the site active. This role often requires quick decision-making, strong editorial judgment, and familiarity with digital publishing. Weekend Editors may also update social media channels and coordinate with weekday teams to maintain content consistency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Weekend Editor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Editor, you need strong editorial judgment, excellent writing and proofreading skills, and a background in journalism or communications. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), basic photo or video editing software, and SEO best practices is typically required. Outstanding time management, adaptability, and clear communication set top candidates apart, especially when coordinating remotely. These skills ensure accurate, timely content delivery and effective team collaboration during non-standard work hours.

What are some common challenges faced by a Weekend Editor, and how can they be addressed?

Weekend Editors often work with limited staffing and must make swift editorial decisions, sometimes handling breaking news or urgent updates independently. They need to effectively manage multiple tasks, such as assigning stories, editing content, and ensuring quality under tight deadlines. Proactive communication with weekday teams and careful planning help ease the weekend transition, while strong troubleshooting skills are invaluable for resolving unexpected issues. Embracing these challenges can accelerate skill development and provide valuable experience in newsroom operations.
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Senior Editor/Colorist

Senior Editor/Colorist

Savannah College of Art and Design

Savannah, GA

Other

Posted 22 days ago

Savannah College of Art and Design rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

485th of 528 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Senior Editor/Colorist

Apply now Job no: 501892
Work type: 12 Month Hourly Staff FT
Location: Savannah
Categories: Creative Direction

As a senior editor/colorist, you will produce high-quality short- and long-form media content for multiple platforms under strict deadlines. While creating content, you will apply your expertise in field and studio production, non-linear editing, color correction or grading, lighting, and audio. You will also add music, sound effects, text overlays, and motion graphics. Among other duties you will oversee the post-production workflow and work closely with the post-production director to enhance it. Additionally, you will lead and mentor junior editors to boost the team's skills.

In this role, you will work with sound design freelancers to refine voiceover narration, interview audio, sound design, and audio mixing for all SCAD media content. You will perform thorough quality control checks to ensure all videos meet brand guidelines and project objectives. Additionally, you will stay current on emerging trends, technologies, and platform-specific optimization strategies to improve video quality and performance. 

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong visual storytelling, teamwork, and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of video production principles. They can handle multiple projects under tight deadlines and adapt to changing client needs. The candidate is confident, skilled, detail-oriented, and highly creative. They are also resourceful and capable of providing technical guidance.

Minimum qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in film/television, information technology/multimedia, or broadcasting
  • At least three years of extensive editing experience in television, feature films, trailers, or advertising
  • Proficient in Avid Media Composer with basic knowledge of DaVinci Resolve and Pro Tools
  • Digital portfolio or demo reel demonstrating strong editing, sound design, and color grading skills
  • Availability to work outside regular office hours, including weekends and holidays

Travel required:  

  • Less than 10%

Work hours:The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings. 

ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications. 

Advertised: 06 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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