ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses the fundamentals of digital editing and many roles of the editor. Much like the term "writing," "editing" refers to a large and diverse group of activities unified by their purpose, which is to deliver or present accurate, compelling, engaging information that serves the interactor. In digital media, often the copy editor's duties are shared among the reporters and content producers. News editors, desk editors, and bureau chiefs: These editors all have managerial responsibilities, directing coverage, managing work flow, overseeing design and layout, and supervising reporters, photographers, and copy editors. Ideally, an editor is involved in page or site development, as well, even in the earliest stages of planning. An important role many digital editors are responsible for is search engine optimization. A content management system is essentially a sophisticated software system that automates many of the processes or functions of updating, moving, and archiving copy and content.
