How do they match: Editors

  • Copy Desk Chief
  • Copy Editor
  • Copy Reader
  • Newspaper Copy Editor

  • Allocate print space for story text, photos, and illustrations according to space parameters and copy significance, using knowledge of layout principles.
  • Arrange for copyright permissions.
  • Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work.
  • Read copy or proof to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax.

  • Obtain copyrights or other legal permissions.