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gannett

Weekend/Breaking News Editor

Columbus, OH

... weekend breaking news coverage and daily media site in nearby Newark. This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure our journalism reflects and ...

gannett

Weekend/Breaking News Editor

Columbus, OH

... weekend breaking news coverage and daily media site in nearby Newark. This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure our journalism reflects and ...

Procter & Gamble

Senior Editor

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$165K/yr

We are looking for a Post-Production Editor to handle complex editing, motion graphics, and CG integration while ensuring efficient delivery of high-volume content needs. You will need to execute and ...

Deloitte

Editor, Consumer Industry

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Editor, Consumer Industry - Senior Specialist | Deloitte Insights Deloitte Insights is Deloitte's global publishing imprint for business research and insights. We publish 400+ articles, reports, and ...

Deloitte

Editor, Consumer Industry

Dayton, OH · On-site

Editor, Consumer Industry - Senior Specialist | Deloitte Insights Deloitte Insights is Deloitte's global publishing imprint for business research and insights. We publish 400+ articles, reports, and ...

Proctor & Gamble

Senior Editor

Cincinnati, OH

$11K - $165K/yr

We are looking for a Post-Production Editor to handle complex editing, motion graphics, and CG integration while ensuring efficient delivery of high-volume content needs. You will need to execute and ...

Deloitte

Editor, Consumer Industry

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Editor, Consumer Industry - Senior Specialist | Deloitte Insights Deloitte Insights is Deloitte's global publishing imprint for business research and insights. We publish 400+ articles, reports, and ...

Deloitte

Editor, Consumer Industry

Columbus, OH · On-site

Editor, Consumer Industry - Senior Specialist | Deloitte Insights Deloitte Insights is Deloitte's global publishing imprint for business research and insights. We publish 400+ articles, reports, and ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Technical Editor

Beavercreek, OH · On-site +1

$55K - $126K/yr

Share Technical Editor The Opportunity: Edit and review modeling and simulation (M&S) technical documentation, user manuals, test plans and reports, and technical briefings. Apply advanced consulting ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Technical Editor

Beavercreek, OH

$55K - $126K/yr

Technical Editor The Opportunity: Edit and review modeling and simulation (M&S) technical documentation, user manuals, test plans and reports, and technical briefings. Apply advanced consulting ...

QVC

Managing Editor

West Chester, OH · Hybrid

QG1207 Managing Editor QVC GroupWest Chester, Ohio Working at QVC Group means joining a live social shopping company with incredible teams, ambitious projects and amazing careers. QVC Group, Inc. is ...

Qurate Retail Group

Managing Editor

West Chester, OH · On-site

QG1207 Managing Editor QVC Group West Chester, Ohio Working at QVC Group means joining a live social shopping company with incredible teams, ambitious projects and amazing careers. QVC Group, Inc. is ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend editor in Ohio is $30.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.34 and $37.69 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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Weekend/Breaking News Editor

gannett

Columbus, OH

Other

Re-posted 23 days ago

Gannett rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 75 rated media

Job description

The Columbus Dispatch/Dispatch.com, the leading news and information provider in the state capital of Columbus and part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a strategic, digitally fluent journalist to lead our weekend breaking news coverage and daily media site in nearby Newark. This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure our journalism reflects and serves diverse communities. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Help lead a Digital-First Newsroom: Direct breaking and exclusive news coverage with a focus on speed, accuracy, and digital impact. Assign and edit coverage for all platforms, prioritizing mobile, web, and social distribution. 
  • Champion Video Storytelling: Collaborate with visual editors, reporters, and producers to create compelling video content for social platforms (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube) and dispatch.com. 
  • Urgent Sourcing Across Channels: Develop and execute strategies for real-time sourcing and verification using social media, public agencies, and community sources. Monitor social platforms for breaking news, trending topics, and user-generated content; verify and incorporate multimedia from public and official sources. 
  • Audience Engagement: Identify top trending stories of the day, based on analytics and audience potential, specific to attracting search and social audiences. Use analytics and audience insights to shape coverage, drive subscriptions, and deepen engagement. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusivity. 
  • Mentorship and Collaboration: Mentor reporters in digital news gathering, compelling narratives, and diverse sources. Collaborate across the newsroom and USA TODAY Network to enhance story forms and audience reach. 

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Expertise in digital-first news gathering, video production, and social media sourcing. 
  • Expertise with public records, data reporting, and data visualization. 
  • Strong news judgment, editing skills, and command of journalism ethics. 
  • Proficiency with analytics, audience funnel strategies, and digital content optimization. 
  • Ability to verify and curate user-generated content and multimedia from social platforms.  

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism, media production, or related field, or equivalent experience. 
  • Three or more years of newsroom editing experience, with a track record in digital and public safety journalism. 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, multi-platform environment. 

Application Instructions

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. 
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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