editorial-workflow

# Editorial workflow management Newsrooms run on systems. This skill provides templates and processes for tracking stories, managing deadlines, and coordinating between reporters and editors. ## When to use - Setting up story tracking systems - Creating editorial calendars - Establishing assignment and handoff protocols - Managing multiple stories and deadlines - Training new editors on workflow ## Story status taxonomy ### Standard statuses | Status | Meaning | Owner | |--------|---------|-------| | **Pitch** | Idea submitted, awaiting approval | Reporter | | **Assigned** | Approved, reporter working | Reporter | | **Reporting** | Active reporting in progress | Reporter | | **Draft** | First draft submitted | Editor | | **Edit** | Editor making changes | Editor | | **Revision** | Back with reporter for changes | Reporter | | **Copy** | Copy editing stage | Copy editor | | **Final** | Ready for publication | Editor | | **Scheduled** | Queued for specific date | System | | **Published** | Live | Complete | | **Hold** | Paused, not abandoned | Editor | | **Kill** | Story abandoned | Editor | ### Status flow ``` Pitch → Assigned → Reporting → Draft → Edit → Revision (loop) → Copy → Final → Scheduled → Published ↓ Hold/Kill ``` ## Story assignment tracking ### Assignment record template ```markdown ## Story: [Slug/working title] ### Assignment details - **Reporter:** [name] - **Assigning e...