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News Editorfor international productions

Runs the news desk, deciding which stories to cover and assigning reporters and crews.

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What does a news editor do?
Runs the news desk, deciding which stories to cover and assigning reporters and crews.
How do I hire a news editor for international productions?
Browse the News Editor profiles on Crew Collective, check credits, showreels and availability, then send an enquiry from the profile. References checked on a profile means staff have confirmed their credits with at least 3 industry references. If you need a full news & newsroom team, list the roles in one enquiry.
What else is a news editor called?
Depending on the production and country, the role is also known as assignment editor, desk editor, newsdesk editor, planning editor.
Which department does a news editor work in?
News Editor sits in the News & Newsroom department. Journalists, news producers, camera crews and video journalists who gather, produce and broadcast news.