Chief Editor Jobs

The Chief Editor in the publishing industry is responsible for the content that gets published in books, magazines, online publications, and more. They oversee the entire editorial process, from manuscript submission and selection, to editing and proofreading, to final publication. They work closely with writers to develop compelling content, ensuring that it meets the style, quality, and tone expected by the readers. The Chief Editor also collaborates with the marketing, design, and sales teams to ensure that the content is marketable and appealing to the target audience.

A Chief Editor should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong leadership and decision-making abilities, and a keen eye for detail. Knowledge of editing software and content management systems is often necessary. A degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field is generally required, along with several years of experience in editing or related roles. Prior to becoming a Chief Editor, a person might have roles such as Copy Editor, Assistant Editor, or Managing Editor. In addition, industry-specific certifications or memberships, like that of the American Society of Magazine Editors or the Board of Editors in the Life Sciences, could be beneficial.

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MANAGING EDITOR Location: Washington, DC ( not remote-eligible ) HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE: EWTN News is currently looking to fill two Managing Editor roles in the Washington, DC office....

Web Content Manager (AS30-18430605)

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 1 hour ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Job DescriptionOur well-known pharma client in the Northern suburbs is seeking a WebContent Manager to join their team through end of...

Content Manager

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Content Manager****Position Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt****Position Pay: $17.00- $19.00 Per/ Hr. DOE****SUMMARY** *A Content Manager for our family-owned company is expected to share in the same...

Digital Asset Content Manager - 2067090

  • Redmond, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Job#: 2067090****Job Description:**Apex Systems is seeking a Digital Asset Content Manager to work in the highly competitive, fast-moving, and exciting world of gaming and entertainment. As the...

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Revenue Enablement Content Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

New Revenue Enablement Content Manager New York, New York Applecart is the leading technology company creating a new category of Decision Maker Marketing. The most important decisions are made by...

Editor-in-Chief - Charlottesville Media Group

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 5 hours ago

Editor-in-Chief Immediate Opening Full-Time Position Charlottesville Media Group and CvilleRightNow.com are looking for an experienced, driven, digital-savvy journalism leader to be part of our...

Managing Editor

  • Boulder, CO
  • 10 hours ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 10 hours ago

Date Posted April 14, 2025 Industry Digital Media Specialty Not Specified Job Status Full-time Salary Not Specified Description: Managing Editor, Newsletters & Breaking News Boulder Reporting Lab...

Content Manager

  • Portland, OR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 17 hours ago

Content Manager Work from home within Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Utah Build a career with purpose. Join our Cause to create a person-focused and economically sustainable health care system. Who...

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Editor in Chief of Cville Right Now

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 19 hours ago

Immediate Opening - Full-Time Position Charlottesville Media Group and CvilleRightNow.com are looking for an experienced, driven, digital-savvy journalism leader to be part of our quickly growing,...

KCBS-A Managing Editor

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Management: train and mentor editorial staff, providing feedback and editorial / coverage guidance Collaboration: work closely with on-air staff to ensure thorough and comprehensive news coverage Fact-Checking...

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Capitol Media Group

  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF - Capitol Media Group Full Time Springfield, IL Posted 2 weeks ago Current Opening Springfield, IL: EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Full-time position Capitol Media Group is looking for an...

Sales Content Manager - JR104652

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

The Sales Content Manager is primary support for the enablement platform and is the liaison with Product Marketing and other GTM functions to ensure content is accessible and kept up to date.First...

PR & Content Manager

  • Wallingford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 2 days ago

About the Role We're looking for a strategic, creative, and proactive PR & Content Manager to join our growing marketing team and play a pivotal role in building our brand presence and reputation...

Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary Reporting to the Director, Research Development, the Manager, Grant Writing and Editing will serve as a shared resource for the School of Public Health...

Director, Content Operations

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 3 days ago

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable...

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Salary for Chief Editor Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Chief Editors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.0%
Master's Degree
28.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.4%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
High School or GED
1.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chief Editors
2-4 years
30.0%
4-6 years
19.6%
Less than 1 year
14.9%
1-2 years
14.7%
8-10 years
12.2%
6-8 years
8.6%


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