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The Washington Post

Photo Assignment Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

$92K - $138K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are looking for an editor who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can pivot quickly between ... C., newsroom and will require some night and weekend shifts. What Motivates You: * You are ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Technical Editor

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Goldbelt Hawk is seeking a Technical Editor to provide continued support to the DTRA NE-MA Department's customers and programs. Facilitating vulnerability assessments and mission assurance department ...

C2 Technologies

Senior Content Editor

Arlington, VA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Content Editor C² Technologies seeks a Senior Content Editor to ensure the quality of written content for use in online and classroom training products. The Senior Content Editor will be ...

The Washington Post

Deputy Editor, National

Washington, DC · On-site

$174K - $236K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Working closely with the National Editor, the Deputy Editor will oversee coverage spanning education, immigration, America and obituaries, guiding journalism that helps readers understand the people ...

Summit Federal Services, LLC

Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

SFS is looking for Editor to provide services to provide the NGB Staff Support Services supporting the National Guard. This position is contingent upon contract award. Edits NGB ExecSec ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Technical Editor

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Goldbelt Hawk is seeking a Technical Editor to provide continued support to the DTRA NE-MA Department's customers and programs. Facilitating vulnerability assessments and mission assurance department ...

The Washington Post

Deputy Editor, National

Washington, DC · On-site

$174K - $236K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Working closely with the National Editor, the Deputy Editor will oversee coverage spanning education, immigration, America and obituaries, guiding journalism that helps readers understand the people ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Technical Editor

Fort Belvoir, VA

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Goldbelt Hawk is seeking a Technical Editor to provide continued support to the DTRA NE-MA Department's customers and programs. Facilitating vulnerability assessments and mission assurance department ...

Tribune Media

Audience Engagement Editor, The Hill

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Nights and weekends are mandatory for this role. We're looking for someone who can: Communicate story ideas with editors and provide feedback in real time. Think like a strategist as well as an ...

Outten & Golden

Assistant Managing Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our data team - overseeing reporters, editors and research specialists who turn data into compelling ...

WOWK-TV

Audience Engagement Editor, The Hill

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Nights and weekends are mandatory for this role. We're looking for someone who can: Communicate story ideas with editors and provide feedback in real time. Think like a strategist as well as an ...

C2 Technologies, Inc.

Senior Content Editor

Arlington, VA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Content Editor C² Technologies seeks a Senior Content Editor to ensure the quality of written content for use in online and classroom training products. The Senior Content Editor will be ...

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How much do weekend editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend editor in Washington is $35.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.23 and $44.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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 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 Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,443 per year, or $35.8 per hour.

Photo Assignment Editor

The Washington Post

Washington, DC • On-site

$92K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Application Instructions

Please list all professional experience and explain any gaps in employment history. All of your application materials, which may include PDF files of work samples and/or links to audio, video, photography or graphics, must be uploaded to the field labeled Resume/Cover Letter/Work Samples to be considered for the position.

Join the future of news

We're on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you'll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.

About Our Team

The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.

Why This Role Matters

The Washington Post isseekinga rigorous,creativeand fast-moving photo assignment editor to help drive visual storytelling across our newsroom.

This role is central to how The Post reports the newsvisually,from breaking coverage to ambitiousenterprise. Thephotoassignmenteditor will assign,shapeand deliver high-impact photography and visual stories that resonate with local,nationaland global audiences. The ideal candidate combines sharp news judgment with a sophisticated visual sensibility and a strong understanding of how storytelling translates across platforms.

We are looking for an editor who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can pivot quickly between assignments and is eager to experiment withnew approachesto visual journalism. This role requires close collaboration with reporters,editorsand visual teams across the newsroom to ensure our photography istimely,authoritativeand distinctive.

This position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom and will require some night and weekend shifts.

What Motivates You:

  • You are passionate about visual storytelling and its power to shape how audiences experience the news.

  • You thrive on the urgency of breaking news and the challenge of producing high-impact work ondeadline.

  • You enjoy collaborating with photographers and journalists across disciplines.

  • You are curious about new formats and platforms for visual storytelling.

  • You are driven to produce work that is both visually compelling and journalistically rigorous.

HowYou'llSupport the Mission:

  • Assign photography,conductvisualresearchand generate visual stories across daily and enterprise coverage.

  • Pitch, write and edit visual-first stories that elevate The Post's journalism.

  • Manage a wide range of assignments, from breaking news to immersive, high-impact visual projects.

  • Work closely with correspondents and editors in Washington and across the U.S. and globally.

  • Collaborate with visual, design and audience teams to deliver engaging,accurateand informative reader experiences.

  • Develop creative visual storytelling approaches that take advantage of all publishing platforms, including Instagram,TikTokand YouTube.

The Skills and Experiences You Bring:

  • A track recordof editing complex visual stories across a range of formats.

  • A strong eye for photography and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of freelance photographers.

  • Deep understanding of visual storytelling across digital and print platforms.

  • Ability to write concise,accuratecopy for photo presentations.

  • Comfort working quickly and pivoting between breaking news and longer-term enterprise.

  • Experience with visual storytelling that integrates photography, video, graphics,textand audio.

  • Proficiencywith digital tools such as Photoshop andPhotoMechanic; workingknowledge of Premiere or other video editing software is a plus.

Interested candidates should upload a resume and a cover letter to ourjobsportal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but those received by Apr. 30 will be prioritized. The cover letter should be addressed to Deputy Director of Photography Oliver Laurent and Director of Photography Robert Miller.

The salary range for this position is $92,600 - $138,800. The actual starting salary within this range will depend on individual skills,experienceand qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Collaboration makes us stronger. That's why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

  • Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

  • Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

  • Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

  • Nine paid holidays and two personal days

  • 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

  • Robust mental health resources

  • Backup care and caregiver concierge services

  • Gender affirming services

  • Pet insurance

  • Free Post digital subscription

  • Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

Your story awaits. Apply today!

Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.

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