Editor Jobs

Key responsibilities

• Review and edit written copy or video footage for accuracy, clarity, style, and tone
• Manage editorial workflows and ensure content meets publication deadlines
• Collaborate with writers, producers, and designers to develop and refine content
• Apply house style guides and platform-specific formatting standards
• Cut, sequence, and colour-grade video or audio for broadcast and digital platforms
• Commission or brief content from freelance contributors when required

Skills & tools

• Copy editing and proofreading
• Video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve)
• Editorial judgement and fact-checking
• AP or house style guide application
• Headline and SEO writing
• Newsletter platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Substack)
• Social media content formatting
• Storytelling and narrative structure
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Deadline and workflow management

Education & background

Degree in journalism, English, communications, or a related field common, though a strong portfolio and demonstrated editing experience are often equally weighted.

Career path

Typically progresses from Assistant or Staff Editor to Senior Editor, then to Editorial Director or Executive Producer; specialisations include video, copy, newsletters, branded content, or vertical-specific editing (finance, lifestyle, news).