Copy Editor

Job description

The Miami Herald is looking for an experienced print desk editor with excellent news judgment and the versatility to handle a range of topics, from live daily news and sports to deep enterprise. This editor will be responsible for updating planned lineups as breaking news dictates and closing the print edition. The ideal candidate is adaptable, can work quickly, and is comfortable collaborating with a team as well as working independently. This is a part-time, remote position covering sports and news at least 15 hours a week. A typical shift would run 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT on weekdays or weekends. Key qualifications: The successful candidate should meet most of the following requirements or their equivalent: The anticipated base pay range for this position is $28.85 per hour on a part-time basis. Individual base pay may vary within that range depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, department equity and relevant education. - Strong editing and gatekeeping skills, with an eagle eye for issues of grammar, style and sensitivity in headlines, cutlines and copy - Excellent news judgment - A demonstrated ability to “see the story” that is going to matter to readers, and c...