Copy Desk Slot

Maintains quality standards, reads back the work of other editors and coordinates work on the desk. CORE

Editing, headlines and all other material are accurate and free of errors down to the fine details. Work is apportioned evenly and does not back up. Problems with the desk operation are identified and corrected in consultation with the Copy Desk Chief. Copy editors receive guidance on improving their work.

Designs content presentations, handles text and non-text elements. CORE

Presentations communicate effectively and package content conveniently. Designers adhere to our design basics, but also include special touches and entry points. Content is played properly, and straying from the design is avoided.

Meets deadlines, makes sure others do the same. CORE

Slot is keenly aware of the daily workload and what is required to make deadlines.

Selects text and non-text elements, decides play, coordinates content by edition. CORE

Editor shows good judgment in choosing material that reflects current events and will interest our audience. Content display is based on news value when appropriate. Content is updated and appears in appropriate editions or at appropriate times.

Knows how to make effective use of technology. SUPPORTING

Editor learns system for content production and archive procedures thoroughly. Adopts new procedures without delay and asks questions when necessary. Works to continuously develop technical skills.

Knows the news thoroughly and uses that knowledge to enhance our daily coverage. SUPPORTING

Editor keeps close track of local, national and world events and can sort out old news from new facts and developments. Coverage of major stories is fresh, informative and complete. Trends or developing stories are recognized early and reported quickly.

Follows the Newsroom Policy Manual and the AP, Local and Design stylebooks, knows libel and privacy law. SUPPORTING

Editor shows a knowledge of these guidelines and uses them in editing and readback. Insists that rim editors also follow these guidelines, signaling they are important to quality and how their work is judged.

Other related duties as assigned.SUPPORTING

Additional related duties are performed on time in a satisfactory manner.

Required Education and/or Experience/Knowledge: College degree or significant professional experience; previous experience at a daily news organization desired.

Requires Skills: Slots must have top-of-the line skills in news judgment, page design, copy editing, head-writing and accuracy. They also need a broad depth of knowledge and an excellent eye for detail. Adequate knowledge of technology necessary to perform duties efficiently. An understanding of and appreciation for the demands of ethical decision-making.

This position reports to: AME/Copy Desk