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Job outlook for assignment editors in the United States
Are assignment editor jobs in demand?
Assignment editor job and salary trends over time
Assignment editor jobs over time
Assignment editor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 879 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 924 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 950 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 948 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 959 | 0.00% |
Average assignment editor salary over time
Assignment editor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $48,582 | $23.36 | +3.3% |
| 2024 | $47,027 | $22.61 | +3.2% |
| 2023 | $45,579 | $21.91 | +1.2% |
| 2022 | $45,035 | $21.65 | +2.7% |
| 2021 | $43,839 | $21.08 | +2.1% |
Assignment editor jobs by state
Most common states for assignment editors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 222 | 32% |
| 2 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 424 | 5% |
| 3 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 326 | 5% |
| 4 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 321 | 5% |
| 5 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 197 | 5% |
| 6 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 30 | 5% |
| 7 | New York | 19,849,399 | 869 | 4% |
| 8 | Alaska | 739,795 | 33 | 4% |
| 9 | Vermont | 623,657 | 28 | 4% |
| 10 | California | 39,536,653 | 1,022 | 3% |
| 11 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 219 | 3% |
| 12 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 141 | 3% |
| 13 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 91 | 3% |
| 14 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 61 | 3% |
| 15 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 23 | 3% |
| 16 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 296 | 2% |
| 17 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 215 | 2% |
| 18 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 127 | 2% |
| 19 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 83 | 2% |
| 20 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 31 | 2% |
Most common cities for assignment editors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beverly Hills | 1 | 3% | $49,339 |
| 2 | West Sacramento | 1 | 2% | $55,146 |
| 3 | Southfield | 1 | 1% | $46,408 |
| 4 | Birmingham | 1 | 0% | $36,943 |
| 5 | Chicago | 1 | 0% | $50,952 |
| 6 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $34,653 |
| 7 | Los Angeles | 1 | 0% | $49,263 |
| 8 | Miami | 1 | 0% | $42,979 |
| 9 | Phoenix | 1 | 0% | $42,723 |
| 10 | San Francisco | 1 | 0% | $54,875 |
| 11 | Tampa | 1 | 0% | $42,731 |
Assignment Editor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of assignment editor experts
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Viola Ardeni
Assistant Professor & Italian Language Area HeadCalifornia State University - Sacramento
Romance Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
What general advice would you give to an Assignment Editor?
Viola Ardeni: To recent graduates in any field, I would recommend making sure they are doing two things: 'Ask questions' and 'Show up.' In the Romance languages, literatures, and linguistics field, asking questions may mean asking for a long of informational interviews, even in places where there are no current jobs openings. You never know what you will learn from talking to someone who is working and has your same degree. Asking questions also means to be present, aware, and critical. Showing up may instead mean trying different things. Besides teaching, there is no clear job following degrees in Romance languages etc. (and even 'teaching' includes a variety of jobs), so taking advantage of different opportunities may come in handy.
What Assignment Editor skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Viola Ardeni: The editing of texts produced by others, above all. Being good editors will be crucial. In addition, to the ability to summarize in short, easy bit very large and complex amounts of information, possibly coming from different linguistic sources. Diplomacy seems also increasingly useful, however you interpret it and wherever you stand politically. Because of the world's areas where Romance languages are mainly used, the political issues associated with those areas, and the lack of institutional support for studies in Romance languages, literatures, and linguistics in the United States, the ability of being diplomatic in navigating people, committees, donors, stakeholders, speakers, etc. is and will be important.
What will help Assignment Editors increase their earning potential?
Amy Rogan: People working in journalism probably most dislike the hours and the pay but it’s truly one of the most rewarding fields to work in. It can be stressful but also exciting and challenging. Whether at the local level or a larger stage, it’s truly a service to your community to provide vital information.
What will help Assignment Editors increase their earning potential?
Darren Phillips M.A.: Maximizing salary potential as a media professional starts with everything I’ve already mentioned. Journalists and even PR and advertising professionals must be extremely well informed on a broad range of topics. This starts with reading and just being a voracious media consumer. This also requires one to think critically, to consume media from disparate sources, to not shy away from contrarian viewpoints, and to work hard and in good faith to synthesize information responsibly. This ties in with maintaining strict allegiance to industry best practices including media ethics. Reputation is everything. Make sure your employers, prospective employers, and clients all understand and appreciate your professional integrity and just your commitment to truth and accuracy. Moreover, embrace change, lean into technological change, and become a bit of a techno geek. Work hard making contacts and building a professional network. Work hard, generally. Hard work goes a long way in any vocation. Beyond that, attend industry conferences, pay close attention to your online presence, curate your social media profiles carefully and put some real time and thought into things like your LinkedIn profile and online portfolio. Lastly, don’t be put off by rejection. Rejection comes with the territory in any competitive career field. Believe in yourself, stay positive, stay open minded, learn all you can, read like crazy, keep grinding, and success will follow eventually.
What Assignment Editor skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Alfredo Sanchez ACUE: Students will need to become more digital and Social Media savvy. As digital platforms continue to reshape how audiences consume news and information, digital and social media proficiency will be increasingly crucial. However, Multimedia Storytelling must be a cornerstone of our industry. Integrating multimedia elements such as video, audio, graphics, and interactive elements will become more prevalent in broadcast journalism. Professionals who can tell compelling stories using a combination of multimedia formats will be in high demand. I always encourage students to enroll in Data Visualization courses. The ability to extract meaningful insights from data and present them visually engagingly will help broadcasters provide deeper insights and context to their stories. We must remember Mobile Journalism (MoJo). Using your mobile devices to capture, edit, and publish news content will become a standard for journalists. Last but not least, journalists must build meaningful connections with audiences through interactive storytelling, live chats, audience polls, and user-generated content will become increasingly important. Broadcasters who can foster active engagement and dialogue with their audience will be able to cultivate loyal viewership and build community around their content.
Assistant Amy Eisman
Assistant ProfessorAmerican University
Arts, Entertainment, And Media Management
What general advice would you give to an Assignment Editor?
Assistant Amy Eisman: One skill is easy: be flexible. The technology is changing at lightning speed. At the moment, it helps to be strong at data journalism and understanding emergent technology, such as AI. Topic areas of interest include climate coverage, health and education. It also helps to be a great team player; the speed of news means you rarely work alone. Overall, make sure you embrace the basics in the field: accuracy, fairness, transparency, independence and accountability. Be a solid writer and an even better editor and producer. No one can predict what is next for technology. Employers therefore will look for people who uphold the values of the past, are enthusiastic about the present and are curious about the future.
Steve Rottinghaus
Career and outreach coordinatorThe University of Kansas
William Allen White School of Journalism
What Assignment Editor skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Steve Rottinghaus: It is important for a journalist to provide valuable information on current events to community members and hold public officials accountable. News consumption is in high demand.
What type of skills will young Assignment Editors need?
Dr. Christina Fisanick: College graduates in 2021 and beyond, need all of the skills that English programs have to offer: critical thinking, effective communication, creativity, and flexibility. New hires need to be able to adapt to workplace changes quickly and with aplomb, which requires critical thinking and problem solving and the ability to communicate those solutions to a diverse audience clearly and effectively. Those skills are refined and practiced regularly in English programs.