Convergence

The convergence of media can have both positive and negative effects on the role of a copy editor. In the past a copy editor may only have to edit article for one form of media. Now with the rise of convergence the copy editor may be required to do more work and edit on multiple platforms of media. This would in turn create a possible need for more copy editors and boost their prestige within the media community. Although convergence could also hurt the copy editor. If a company that once reported using on form of media now has many forms under their control they may try to cut back and consolidate their staff. Possibly giving the role of a copy editor to another employee.