However, we are looking for a 5th. We edit the stories once they are on the pages. Copy desk seems to be a starting point for designers. Those who copy edit are career copy editors. Yes, for the most part.
Communication is good with assigning city desk.
All on desk do layout and editing, although we are trying to set up rimmers who only edit copy. Some have moved into writing positions. Some have gone to other papers for promotions. Some leave the profession. Greatest strength is relationship of all of us on copy desk.