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Weekend Editor Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

The Detroit News is seeking an outstanding S ports Editor to collaborate and direct coverage in one of the nation's best sports towns. Our award-winning journalists cover and opine on Detroit ...

The Detroit News is seeking an outstanding S ports Editor to collaborate and direct coverage in one of the nation's best sports towns. Our award-winning journalists cover and opine on Detroit ...

Senior Video Editor

Three Rivers, MI · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

As an editor, you will be responsible for delivering impactful and aesthetically refined videos of the highest quality, ensuring alignment with our business needs and established brand voice and ...

To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com The Detroit News is seeking an outstanding S ports Editor to collaborate and direct coverage in one of the nation's best sports towns. Our award-winning ...

We are looking for a Video Editor & Motion Designer to join our internal creative team. This isn't a traditional "editor" role; we are looking for a specialized hybrid who is 60% Motion Designer and ...

This role is responsible for performing complete machine setups, editing CNC programs, and ... Pay: $26-$30/hour (based on experience) Schedule: 4/10s (Four 10-hour shifts) Enjoy a 3-day weekend ...

News Photographer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$24.66 - $39.99/hr

Fox 2 News (WJBK) has an immediate full-time job opening for a Photographer/Editor who will shoot ... Must be willing to work in extreme hot/cold weather conditions and be willing to work weekends ...

News Photographer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$24.66 - $39.99/hr

Fox 2 News (WJBK) has an immediate full-time job opening for a Photographer/Editor who will shoot ... Must be willing to work in extreme hot/cold weather conditions and be willing to work weekends ...

News Photographer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$24.66 - $39.99/hr

Fox 2 News (WJBK) has an immediate full-time job opening for a Photographer/Editor who will shoot ... Must be willing to work in extreme hot/cold weather conditions and be willing to work weekends ...

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How much do weekend editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend editor in Michigan is $27.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.65 and $34.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 is a Weekend Editor job?

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 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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Infographic showing various Weekend Editor job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Locum Tenens, 62% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,288 per year, or $27.5 per hour.
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Job description

The Detroit News is seeking an outstanding Sports Editor to collaborate and direct coverage in one of the nation’s best sports towns. Our award-winning journalists cover and opine on Detroit’s professional football, baseball, basketball and hockey teams as well as historic college programs at two Big Ten universities, not to mention our robust high school programs. Interested candidates need to be able to prioritize great revelatory enterprise, recognizing our place in the national discussion, amid the daily rush of breaking sports news for our audience.

In this role, you will:

  • Respond to a robust local sports community.
  • Assign and edit stories for collegiate, high school, recreational and minor league sports.
  • Occasionally, coordinate coverage for multiple sites.
  • Establish and maintain ongoing lines of communication among sports teams across the USA TODAY Network.
  • Monitor metrics and use SEO best practices.
  • Write columns, briefs, trending articles and/or predictions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant management/supervisory experience
  • Proven proficiency in applying analytics to content strategy.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Exposure to deadline-driven environment.
  • Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
  • SEO knowledge.
  • Self-motivation and self-direction.
  • Strong line-editing skills.
  • Strong people-management skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

Industry knowledge:

  • Understanding of the multi-faceted sports environment – from game coverage to fan experiences.
  • Understanding of how to engage audiences on digital platforms.
  • The ability to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment
  • The ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional environment

How To Apply:
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
1. Your resume – one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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