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A combination of creativity,

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writing skills and detail orientation

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help editors sharpen

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the quality of writing

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for all different types of media.

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Editors plan and revise content

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for publication in books, newspapers,

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magazines, or websites.

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They review story ideas

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and decide what material

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will appeal most to readers,

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and comment on how to improve it.

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In smaller organizations, a single editor

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may perform all of the editorial duties

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or share them with only a few other people.

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There are several types of editors:

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Copy editors proofread text for errors

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and check for readability, style,

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and ensure it meets the publication’s policies.

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They may confirm sources or verify facts,

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and arrange page layouts.

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Publication assistants

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at book-publishing houses

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evaluate manuscripts and proofread drafts.

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Those employed by small newspapers

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often answer phones, and proofread articles.

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Assistant editors are responsible

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for a particular subject

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such as local news or sports.

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Executive editors typically have the final say

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about what is published, and oversee hiring.

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Managing editors work for magazines,

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newspapers and television broadcasters,

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and oversee daily operations

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for the news department.

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Most editors work full-time schedules in offices,

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though working from home

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is increasingly common.

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Coordinating multiple projects

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under high-pressure deadlines

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can be challenging,

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and may require work weeks

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longer than 40 hours.

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Employers generally prefer

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a bachelor’s degree in communications,

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journalism, or English,

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along with media experience.

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For some positions,

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strong writing skills from reporting or writing,

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may be enough.