Senior Editor Jobs in New Jersey

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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Associate or Senior Editor (Condensed matter physics), Nature Communications

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Editor: $95,000....

Associate or Senior Editor (Nature Microbiology), Nature Communications

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with editorial experience are encouraged to apply and may be considered for Senior Editor positions....

Associate or Senior Editor (Organic Chemistry), Nature Communications

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Associate or Senior Editor (Organic Chemistry), Nature Communications Organisation: Nature Portfolio Locations: Jersey City, London, New York, Philadelphia or Washington DC - hybrid working model Closing...

Associate or Senior Editor (materials, devices and methods for environmental applications), Nature Communications Organisation: Nature Portfolio Locations: Jersey City, London, New York, Philadelphia...

Associate or Senior Editor (Neurological disorders & Epidemiology), Nature Communications Organisation: Nature Portfolio Locations: Beijing, Jersey City, London, Nanjing, New York, Philadelphia, Shanghai...

Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (optics/photonics)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Title: Associate or Senior Editor (optics/photonics) Organisation: Nature Communications Location: Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, New York, Jersey City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Milan, Madrid (Hybrid...

Editor: $95,000....

Accountability Reporter

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Demonstrated commitment to an equity lens in every aspect of reporting Self-starter with proven ability to meet deadlines and pay close attention to detail and fact-checking....

Senior Multimedia Journalist

  • Edison, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Senior Multimedia Journalist Location: Edison, NJ, US, 08837 Brand: News12 Requisition #: 8674 News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news station covering communities throughout Long Island,...

Proposal Writer Fleet Solutions

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving Whats Right throughout the last...

Proposal Writer

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Our work matters. We help people get the medicine they need to feel better and live well. We do not lose sight of that. It fuels our passion and drives every decision we make. Job Posting Title...

Associate or Senior Editor (Human Genetics), Nature Communications

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Springer Science & Business Media LLC Associate or Senior Editor (Human Genetics), Nature Communications in Jersey City , New Jersey Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor (Human Genetics) Organisation...

Temporary Reporter, Next Billion Dollar Startups

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Part-time / 20 hours a week Responsibilities: Writing sharp, compelling bios/blurbs Contacting listmakers for information including financial data Fact-checking and organizing information Collecting...

Remote Work

Lead Cybersecurity - Security Comms Writer

  • Middletown, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ
  • 18 days ago

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and...

Senior Content/Proposal Writer

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 19 days ago

Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style and its application in previous roles. Ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear, engaging content....

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Salary for Senior Editor Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Senior Editors in New Jersey 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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