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CherryRoad Tech Inc

Editor

Redwood Falls, MN · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

The news Editor oversees daily newsroom operations, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and ... Requires flexibility with scheduling, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays ...

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PodcastCrew

Video Editor

Robbinsdale, MN · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

About This Role We're looking for a skilled Video Editor to join our post-production team. You'll work on podcast episodes, brand films, and social content -- transforming raw footage into compelling ...

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Forum Communications Company

Editor

Fergus Falls, MN · On-site

$60K/yr

Job Summary The editor is responsible for overall direction and leadership of the newsroom and its news gathering efforts, with a focus on building a loyal, engaged audience across digital and print ...

Forum Communications Company

Editor

Fergus Falls, MN · On-site

$60K/yr

Job Summary The editor is responsible for overall direction and leadership of the newsroom and its news gathering efforts, with a focus on building a loyal, engaged audience across digital and print ...

Forum Communications Company

Editor

Fergus Falls, MN · On-site

$60K/yr

Job Summary The editor is responsible for overall direction and leadership of the newsroom and its news gathering efforts, with a focus on building a loyal, engaged audience across digital and print ...

Star Tribune

Audience Editor - Sports

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

The Audience Editor will help shape coverage plans, storytelling approaches and maximize the reach of our journalism. This role will work closely with sports editors and reporters to identify and ...

Word On Fire

Associate Academic Editor

Rochester, MN · On-site +1

$65K - $80K/yr

Associate Academic Editor Reports to Director of Word on Fire Academic Word on Fire Catholic Ministries is a nonprofit global media apostolate that supports the work of Bishop Robert Barron and ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend editor in Minnesota is $30.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.96 and $38.85 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 Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,374 per year, or $30.9 per hour.

Editor

CherryRoad Tech Inc

Redwood Falls, MN • On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 hours ago

Posted today

Job description

Company: CherryRoad Media


Position Summary:

The news Editor oversees daily newsroom operations, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and engaging local news coverage across print and digital platforms. This role assigns stories, edits reporters’ work, manages deadlines, and upholds the highest standards of ethical journalism. As a key editorial leader, the News Editor helps shape the publication’s tone, credibility, and impact within the community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, coordinate, and manage daily and weekly news coverage for print and online platforms.
  • Assign stories to reporters and freelancers, providing clear guidance on angles, sourcing, and deadlines.
  • Edit articles for accuracy, clarity, grammar, AP Style compliance, and adherence to ethical journalism standards.
  • Lead and oversee breaking news coverage, ensuring fast, accurate updates for digital audiences.
  • Collaborate with photography, design, and digital teams to enhance storytelling with visuals, graphics, and multimedia elements.
  • Track newsroom progress toward publication deadlines and manage the news budget effectively.
  • Mentor reporters by providing constructive feedback, helping develop strong writing, interviewing, and reporting skills.
  • Participate in editorial planning meetings and contribute to long-range story development and investigative initiatives.
  • Maintain strong community awareness to support relevant, impactful local news coverage.
  • Ensure all published content meets legal, ethical, and professional journalism standards.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong editorial judgment, news sense, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent writing, copy editing, and headline crafting skills; mastery of AP Style required.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and oversee several projects simultaneously.
  • Effective interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to coach and motivate newsroom staff.
  • Experience working with CMS platforms, digital publishing tools, and online newsroom workflows.
  • Commitment to community journalism principles and ethical reporting practices.
  • Familiarity with social media engagement, web analytics, and audience growth strategies preferred.
  • Knowledge of multimedia storytelling, including video, audio, or photo editing preferred.
  • Understanding of SEO best practices for digital news content preferred.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3–5 years of newsroom experience in reporting or editing, preferably in a local or community news environment.
  • Experience in both print and digital media environments preferred

Working Conditions:

  • Work performed in a mixed newsroom/office environment with options for remote or hybrid work depending on organizational policy.
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring quick decision-making and adaptability.
  • Requires flexibility with scheduling, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on news cycles and breaking news demands.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications associated with this role. Management may modify or assign additional tasks as business needs evolve.

Benefits:

CherryRoad offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health insurance (medical, dental, and vision, paid time off, paid sick time, paid holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.  Part-time employees are eligible for paid sick time and the 401(k) plan.

CherryRoad is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.