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News Editor

Salary data based on 43 job postings

"The median salary for a News Editor in local television is $63,440 per year, with salaries ranging from $34,944 at the 10th percentile to $95,180 at the 90th percentile, based on 26 job postings. Key skills required for this role include deadline management, video editing, Final Cut Pro, collaboration, and Avid NewsCutter XP."

Last updated: June 2026

Median

$63,440

10th Percentile

$34,944

90th Percentile

$95,180

Sample Size

26

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News Editor Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$34,944Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$63,440Typical salary
90th Percentile$95,180Senior / top earners

Based on 26 job postings with salary data

Skills for News Editor

Deadline managementVideo editingFinal Cut ProCollaborationAvid NewsCutter XPAdobe PremiereNews feed managementMultitaskingAttention to detailNon-linear editing

Common Employers Hiring News Editor

  • Sinclair Broadcast Group13 positions
  • Nexstar Broadcasting5 positions
  • Cox Media Group, LLC4 positions
  • Paramount3 positions
  • Front Office Sports2 positions

Top Locations for News Editor

Seattle, WA 98121787 Lombardi Ave, Green Bay, WI 543042000 West 41st Street, Baltimore, MD 21211United StatesNew York, NY

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Data extracted from 43 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated June 2026