Improved Editor Role
A channel editor is probably the biggest role any streamer can give a person, but the channel editor can't do as much as they should be allowed to do. A channel editor should be able to do more than just create highlights, run commercials,etc. When a person is promoted to a channel editor, that means the streamer gives them their ultimate trust. So what should an editor be able to do, but can't at this current time? Here are some ideas:
Moderate the moderators | Just as any other broadcaster can, a channel editor should be allowed to purge/timeout/ban moderators who are not channel editors. They should also in turn, be able to add/remove moderators. There may be cases where chat gets out of hand with not only the viewers but also some moderators, instead of the broadcaster having to deal with it, the channel editor should be able to so that the broadcaster can continue with his/her stream and not have to worry about chat drama.
Edit panels | There are times where streamers want to edit their panels, but either don't have the time to or don't know how to do something in particular. A channel editor should be able to edit the panels the way the broadcaster wants. Maybe there was typo a that looks unprofessional or an outdated piece of information that needs fixing.
Submit artwork for partnered streamers | A new emote slot opens up for a partnered streamer, and maybe the streamer isn't in a position to submit a new emote. Why not allow the channel editor to do so for the streamer? That way the new emote comes in right away instead of having to have people wait for a new emote.
There are other things that could be added to. Along side with this, an editor should have a badge of recognition. That way people know they aren't an ordinary mod.
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Paul commented
The fact is that many streamers are streamers first and foremost. That means that they may be best at interacting and engaging viewers, but they are not necessarily the best at managing their own channel. What the above describes is essentially a channel manager, a role that can be given to someone who is perhaps better versed at managing the behind-the-scenes aspects of the channel, providing freedom for the streamer to do what they do best in front of the camera.
It improves the streaming experience for the streamer, and improves the overall quality and professionalism of the stream experience.
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Anonymous commented
Pretty much this exactly but I'd also like to see the addition of the same dashboard editing tools the broadcasters have implemented on their twitch page available to the editors as well. When you are broadcasting, on your front page you see a button that says 'Edit' that makes it easy for the broadcaster to edit their title, game, and team. Editors should have this simple button as well.
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Matthew Kelley commented
I second the idea for some of these features, specifically editing the details on panels for the streamer. Possibly a (co-host, head mod, ect) position for the moderate the moderators bit. Or the ability to give custom responsibilities for certain members of your moderator team.
Possibly split this position into two separate roles: channel editor and head moderator (or something). The editor would obviously have editing power covering the panels, videos, dashboard, ect. The moderator would focus on chat and the moderating team.
Anyway that's my two cents. This is a well written idea that I support. If any particular suggestions are needed, I'm happy to help contribute ideas.