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Content Creator- YouTube

Post Falls, ID · On-site

$100K/yr

Planning, shooting, editing, and post work is all in a day's work. You understand how thumbnails ... No dumb benefits like free dog walking on the weekends that snobby hipster places have to make you ...

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Videographer

Post Falls, ID · On-site

$70K/yr

... editing, and publishing. If you're someone comfortable with ambiguity and like the idea developing ... No dumb benefits like free dog walking on the weekends that snobby hipster places have to make you ...

Hagadone Media Group

General Reporter

Coeur D Alene, ID · On-site

Collaborate with editors and reporters on daily news coverage * Engage with the community to build ... Monday-Friday with occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call coverage as needed Work Location * In ...

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General Reporter

Coeur D Alene, ID · On-site

Collaborate with editors and reporters on daily news coverage * Engage with the community to build ... Monday-Friday with occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call coverage as needed Work Location * In ...

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How much do weekend editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend editor in Idaho is $29.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.14 and $37.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend editor?

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 skills and qualifications are needed to be a weekend editor?

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 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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Infographic showing various Weekend Editor job openings in Idaho as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,843 per year, or $29.7 per hour.

Assistant Managing Editor / Staff Reporter

Hagadone Media Group

Bonners Ferry, ID • On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Join our team!
Tell the stories that matter. Lead a newsroom that matters.
The Bonners Ferry Herald, one of Idaho's oldest and most respected community newspapers, is seeking an energetic, curious, and community-minded journalist to serve as our Assistant Managing Editor and Staff Reporter.
This is much more than a reporting job.
You'll spend your days breaking news, covering local government, writing enterprise stories, attending community events, and telling the stories that shape the future of Boundary County.
You'll also help lead the newsroom by editing content, planning coverage, mentoring contributors, and working alongside the Managing Editor of the Bonner County Daily Bee to produce award winning local journalism.
If you're passionate about community journalism and want the opportunity to grow into newsroom leadership, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
  • Serve as the lead reporter for the Bonners Ferry Herald.
  • Cover local government, schools, business, courts, public safety, and community events.
  • Write compelling news, feature, enterprise, and investigative stories.
  • Help plan the weekly newspaper and daily digital news coverage.
  • Edit stories and assist with the production of the newspaper.
  • Coordinate freelance writers, photographers, and community contributors.
  • Build relationships throughout Boundary County and become a trusted voice in the community.
  • Publish content across print, digital, social media, newsletters, and emerging platforms.

We're Looking For Someone Who
  • Loves breaking news and telling meaningful local stories.
  • Is an exceptional writer and interviewer.
  • Has strong news judgment and attention to detail.
  • Can balance multiple deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom.
  • Enjoys connecting with people and becoming involved in the community.
  • Is comfortable working independently while collaborating with a regional editorial team.
  • Wants to help preserve and strengthen local journalism.

Qualifications
  • Three to seven years of professional journalism experience preferred.
  • Experience covering local government or community news.
  • Editing experience is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, Communications, English, or a related field preferred, or equivalent newsroom experience.

Compensation & Benefits
  • $23.00 to $26.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
  • Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement benefits.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Career advancement within Hagadone Communications.

About the Bonners Ferry Herald
Founded in 1891, the Bonners Ferry Herald has served Boundary County for more than 130 years and remains the area's trusted source for local news. As part of Hagadone Communications, we believe strong local journalism builds stronger communities. We are committed to producing accurate, independent reporting while embracing new technologies and innovative storytelling that will shape the future of community media.
Join Our Team
If you believe local journalism matters and want to make a lasting impact in one of Idaho's most beautiful communities, we'd like to hear from you. Submit your resume, cover letter, and several examples of your writing.
Hagadone Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its newsroom and workplace.

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