Staff writer

Byline denoting an author employed by the publisher

In journalism, a staff writer byline indicates that the author of the article is an employee of the periodical, as opposed to being an independent freelance writer. In Britain, staff writers may work in the office instead of traveling to cover a beat.[1]

In an advertising agency, copywriting is the main responsibility of staff writers.[2]

In television, a staff writer is the probationary, entry-level position in the "writers room"; that is, the team that creates a television series.[3]

See also

  • Journalism portal
  • The Writers' Room TV series

References

  1. ^ "Staff Writer/Magazine Journalist". jobs.ac.uk. Retrieved 30 August 2017.
  2. ^ "What does a Staff Writer do?". Wise Geek. Retrieved 30 August 2017.
  3. ^ "Staff Writer". Get in Media. Full Sail University. Retrieved 30 August 2017.
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