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Nicholas Thompson: AI and Journalism

The Gradient: Perspectives on AI

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The Role of an Editor in Guiding Writers

This chapter explores the important role of an editor in working with writers to bring out the best in their work. It discusses how editors should understand writers' personalities, abilities, and limitations in order to guide them towards the strongest version of their story. It emphasizes the need for editors to support and coach writers rather than imposing their own preferences on the work.

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