Chief Editor Jobs in New York

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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Locum Chief Editor, BMC Genome Medicine

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Locum Chief Editor, BMC Genome Medicine Locations: New York or Berlin (Hybrid Working Model) Application Deadline: June 13, 2025 About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature opens the doors...

Social Media Content Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Our Mission At Prose, we don't believe in one-size-fits-most. We create custom beauty that's inclusive to all hair & skin types, needs, and preferences. Each of our beauty products are customized...

Managing Editor, Investigations Unit, NBC News

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and...

Content Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

CONTENT MANAGER JOB FUNCTION: Marketing JOB TYPE: Temp LOCATION: Piscataway, NJ COMPENSATION: $40/hr REMOTE / ONSITE: Not Specified POSTED: Jun 9, 2025 ABOUT ATRIUM: What you do matters. As a...

Executive Managing Editor, Harpers Bazaar

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Executive Managing Editor, Harper's Bazaar New York, NY, United States (Hybrid) JOB DESCRIPTION Harper's Bazaar is looking for an Executive Managing Editor to help deliver the magazine on time,...

Assistant Director, Content Development and Strategy, SBTD

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

NY HELP No Agency Empire State Development, NYS Title Assistant Director, Content Development and Strategy, SBTD Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit...

Assistant Director, Content Development and Strategy, SBTD

  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

Director, Executive Editor, Salesforce Newsroom

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts. Job Category Marketing & Communications Job...

Social Media Content Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 days ago

Our Mission At Prose, we don't believe in "one-size-fits-most." We create custom beauty that's inclusive to all hair & skin types, needs, and preferences. Each of our beauty products are...

Executive Managing Editor, Harper's Bazaar

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Harpers Bazaar is looking for an Executive Managing Editor to help deliver the magazine on time, while maintaining content of the highest quality. The EME will be responsible for managing...

Member Experience, Senior Content Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Maven is the world's largest virtual clinic for women and families on a mission to make healthcare work for all of us. Maven's award-winning digital programs provide clinical, emotional, and...

Chief Editor, Nature Reviews Earth & Environment

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Chief Editor, Nature Reviews Earth & Environment locations New York Shanghai time type Vollzeit posted on Vor 5 Tagen ausgeschrieben time left to apply Enddatum: 28....

Digital Content Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

DIGITAL CONTENT MANAGER CATEGORY: ADMINISTRATIVE St. Ann's Warehouse Brooklyn, NY US JOB DETAILS DESCRIPTION St. Ann's Warehouse plays a vital role in the global theater landscape as an artistic...

Life Style Host/ TV Producer Content Manager

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 7 days ago

Lifestyle Host / TV Producer Content Manager - Nexstars Binghamton and Elmira New York stations are seeking a creative and energetic host/producer for its lifestyle show and segments. This...

Senior Manager, Editorial

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

Our client, a top Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a Senior Manager, Editorial to support and elevate the firm's marketing content and communications. This role will partner closely with the Editorial...

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Salary for Chief Editor Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Editors in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.1%
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 New York
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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