Senior Editor Jobs in Alabama

A Senior Editor in the publishing industry is essentially responsible for overseeing the content creation process. They supervise other editors and writers, ensuring that the materials being produced meet the publisher's quality standards, editorial guidelines, and deadlines. They are also involved in planning, reviewing and revising content for publication, and may even play a role in the final approval of manuscripts. Additionally, they collaborate closely with other departments like marketing, sales, and production to ensure the successful release of publications.

Before becoming a Senior Editor, one might have roles as an Associate Editor, Staff Writer, or Copy Editor. The role requires strong leadership, excellent writing and editing skills, and a keen eye for detail. They need to have a deep understanding of the subject matter they're dealing with and stay updated on industry trends. Familiarity with publishing tools and technology is also crucial. While a bachelor's degree in journalism, English, communications, or a related field is typically required, certifications in editing, journalism, or even specific subjects relevant to the publishing house can be beneficial.

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Media Specialist (Print Reporter & Broadcast Media Specialist)

  • Fort Rucker, AL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fort Rucker, AL
  • 1 hour ago

CFDay is seeking a highly skilled Media Specialist to support Department of Defense (DoD) operations. This position is on-call/intermittent and requires 100% travel when supporting missions. The...

Writer - Marketing Communications University of Alabama, Birmingham

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 hours ago

Compensation: $47,665 - $77,455/Year Work with the Best at UAB Medicine : UAB Medicine is Alabama's largest single-site employer and operates over 1,200 beds and over 200 clinics in Birmingham,...

Multimedia Journalist (Okaloosa County, FL Bureau)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 hours ago

WKRG-TV News 5, the Nexstar CBS television affiliate in the Mobile/Pensacola DMA, seeks a Multimedia Journalist to join our news team in our Okaloosa County, FL Bureau to cover Fort Walton Beach,...

Writer - Marketing Communications

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Compensation\: $47,665 - $77,455/Year Work with the Best at UAB Medicine \: UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest single-site employer and operates over 1,200 beds and over 200 clinics in Birmingham,...

News Reporter/Mmj - Wbrc

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We...

Lead Creative Copywriter

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having...

Meteorologist / MMJ Reporter [Webb]

  • Webb, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Webb, AL
  • 5 days ago

Nexstar Media Group is America's largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television...

Commerce Writer, Food & Wine

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago

Job Title Commerce Writer, Food & Wine Job Description About The Position | Regularly write and update product reviews and lists for Food & Wine, maintaining high-quality standards along the way...

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Sr. Editor McCrary Institute

  • Auburn, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 12 days ago

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Copywriter & Content Producer

  • Hoover, AL
  • 18 days ago
  • Hoover, AL
  • 18 days ago

Copywriter & Content Producer Copywriter & Content Producer locations Hendrick Automotive Group - HIC time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-71355 Hendrick Automotive...

Alabama State Capital Correspondent - Wsfa

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 20 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 20 days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We...

Multimedia Journalist/Digital Content Producer - Wtvy

  • Dothan, AL
  • 21 days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 21 days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We...

Morning News Anchor/Reporter

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 24 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 24 days ago

Morning News Anchor/Reporter Posted: Feb 12, 2025 11:33 AM CST by WAKA Action 8 News WAKA Action 8 News is accepting applications for a Morning News Anchor/Reporter to appear on our CBS affiliate,...

Meteorologist / MMJ Reporter

  • Webb, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webb, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Nexstar Media Group is Americas largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television...

DEVELOPMENT WRITER University of Alabama, Birmingham

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Development Writer The University of Alabama at Birmingham The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Development Writer for the UAB Medicine/Heersink School of Medicine Advancement...

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Salary for Senior Editor Jobs in Alabama

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Highest Education Level

Senior Editors in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
23.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%


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