Opinion editor vs assistant editor

Differences between opinion editor and assistant editor duties and responsibilities

Opinion editor example responsibilities.

• Manage overall coverage and establish and lead publication according to editorial position.
• Proofread, edit and rewrite articles.
• Stay in close contact with other editors and editor-in-chief.
• Assign topics, proofread, edit, and write articles about local, community and world issues
• Increase readership, visibility and engagement through staff-written editorials and columns and locally written op-eds.
• Compose sales- and customer-facing technical documentation, PowerPoint presentations, and training guides to enhance user experience and knowledge.
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Assistant editor example responsibilities.

• Lead bureau newsgathering in high-pressure, breaking news situations.
• Manage the budget for all of VOA s primary newsgathering.
• Produce e-newsletters, manage website content, write headlines and captions, utilize SEO and analyze digital traffic.
• Communicate with transportation managers, administrators, equipment operators and others for fulfillment of copy to achieve editorial goals.
• Ensure compliance with PRC and FDA guidelines.
• Increase social media presence and traffic through Facebook and Instagram.
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