Copy Editor

St. Paul Pioneer Press

Saint Paul, Minnesota, US
Base: $19.38 - $36.62 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Edit and assemble daily print reports
Write headlines and assess story scope
Coordinate with design and pagination teams
This position is responsible for editing, headline-writing, and coordinating page production for the daily print report

Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for editing, headline-writing, and coordinating page production for the daily print report.
  • The role requires working primarily at night with some day shifts as staffing needs dictate.
  • Candidates must have excellent news judgment and the ability to edit news while ensuring content accuracy and balance.

Matching Summary

This position is responsible for editing, headline-writing, and coordinating page production for the daily print report.

Salary

Base: $19.38 - $36.62 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401k, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Edit and assemble daily print reports
  • Write headlines and assess story scope
  • Coordinate with design and pagination teams
  • Work night shifts and occasional days
  • Demonstrate strong news judgment

Nice-to-have

  • Willing to take risks with presentation
  • Ability to learn from failure
  • Connect directly with readers
  • Participate in strategic imperatives
  • Strong knowledge of newspaper technology

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • At least one year of daily news operation experience
  • Intense college-newspaper experience considered
  • Must be assertive, flexible, and organized
  • Pass pre-employment background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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