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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 Maybe there was typo a that looks unprofessional or an outdated piece of information that needs fixing.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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  • Anonymous commented  ·   ·  Report

    So many years and editor is still useless

  • Anonymous commented  ·   ·  Report

    I would love the ability to edit the channel's panels that I'm an editor on. It would definitely make the whole editor experience way more in depth and live up to the title "editor." With nightbot you can pretty much do everything that comes with being an editor on a twitch channel. Kind of disappointing in that aspect but who knows, maybe they'll add more features in the beginning.

  • Wason Jar commented  ·   ·  Report

    I just became an editor for my friend and it is nice being able to help in certain aspects such as reruns, highlight and non-chat title/game changes. It would be nice to be able to help out more with panels and making/deleting mods if necessary. It would allow the streamer to continue streaming and not have to do any behind the scenes work.
  • Doom commented  ·   ·  Report

    I have the same question that Anna Quezada has. How do we actually see the perms we have as editors? I know there used to be an editing tab in the dashboard but it doesn't exist anymore. Are there even set options/settings for editors, or does that not exist anymore because there are so few options editors actually have available?
  • lunar681 commented  ·   ·  Report

    In addition to this, the editors should be able to add and remove VIP members. I am an editor and the streamer that I am an editor for was really disappointed when I couldn't add/remove mods or vips.
  • Anna Quezada commented  ·   ·  Report

    How can I access the editor options for the stream I'm an "editor" for? Permissions have been setup for me (I'm an editor for my husband, so I've looked at his page myself), but on my personal Twitch page I have no clue where to find access to his panels, so I don't have to use his machine to update info. Any help?
  • Greg Geith commented  ·   ·  Report

    I was really hoping this would be implemented before the VIP badge.

  • Anonymous commented  ·   ·  Report

    Why is this suggestion not gaining immediate traction? A channel editor is essentially useless right now. 99% of the things an editor should be able to do are not available. Streamers are good at streaming and need editors to handle tasks for them if necessary.
  • Greg Geith commented  ·   ·  Report

    I completely agree with everything in this post. I would only add that a channel editor (or super moderator) should also have their own special badge in the chatroom.

  • don livington commented  ·   ·  Report

    I'm giving this 3 votes! Twitch: I hope you're listening.

  • JoeTheRacer01 commented  ·   ·  Report

    I strongly endorse these suggestions. Twitch should really take them more seriously. Two thumbs up!
  • Anonymous commented  ·   ·  Report

    I just wanted to add my two cents.

    The panel editing system is soooooooooooo frustrating. It is not intuitive at all. I had no idea I could remove a panel because it is invisible, and only highlighted by mousing over the spot. I had to go to a forum post to figure it out.

    Also, the panels never align the way you arrange them. In addition they do not line up on the page neatly and get all bunched up. It looks awful..... not very professional at all.

    All I want is to be able to neatly arrange the panels, and have them align on my channel page in a nice organized looking fashion. It wouls also be nice to not have to fight with the editor trying to move the panels into postion, it's like a very frustrating, not at all rewarding mini game that should be destroyed at all costs in order to preserve the streamer's sanity.
  • Paul commented  ·   ·  Report

    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.
  • Anonymous commented  ·   ·  Report

    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.

  • Matthew Kelley commented  ·   ·  Report

    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.
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