Chief Editor Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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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Director, Editorial Operations

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and...

Director, Content Operations (Direct-to-Consumer)

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Tennis Channel seeks a dynamic Director of Content Operations to oversee the end-to-end content lifecycle for our DTC streaming platform. Our direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming service provides...

Content Manager - Adobe Experience Manager, HTML, CMS

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago

Our client is looking for a Content Manager to work onsite 4 days a week in one of their offices ( locations can be Seattle, LA, Chicago, Portland, St. Louis)**No C2C this is a W2 contract role...

Content Manager

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago

GumGum is a contextual-first, global digital advertising platform that uses advanced AI technology to serve captivating creative ads that drive consumer attention, without the use of personal...

Sr. Digital Content Manager (Beauty)

  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Sr. Digital Content Manager Employment Type: Contract Work Schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days WFH Summary: The Sr. Digital Content Manager leads the development and execution of a US content...

Managing Editor, HYPEBEAST Print

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 days ago

Founded in 2005, Hypebeast is a leading platform for contemporary fashion and culture that highlights curated brands and emerging lifestyles through editorially-driven news and features. Its...

Manager, Digital Content Manager Corporate Communications

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 days ago

Come As You Are. As the great Kurt Cobain* once said, "Come as you are." BMG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and we celebrate diversity in all forms. Equal opportunity...

Enrollment Content Manager

  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Welcome to Furman University's Career Site! IMPORTANT: Load all documents in the My Experience area under Resume/CV. This may include your resume/C.V., cover letter, unofficial transcript,...

Remote Work

Supervising Editor, Morning Edition

  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

OVERVIEW A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations...

Operations Training Content Manager

  • Huntington Beach, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview At BJ’s Restaurants, we serve our award-winning craft beer, a Southern California twist on deep dish pizza, the world-renowned dessert – the Pizookie, and much more. BJ’s is a $1 billion...

Demographic Data for Los Angeles, CA

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Salary for Chief Editor Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Editors in Los Angeles, CA 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 in Los Angeles, CA
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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