Editorial Director Jobs

An Editorial Director in the publishing industry oversees the entire editorial process, from manuscript acquisition to the final editing stages. This role involves making key decisions on what content is published, managing the editorial team, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective production of high-quality publications. They interact with authors, agents, and internal teams such as design, production, and marketing to bring the printed material to life. They also play a crucial part in business strategy by identifying new publishing opportunities and market trends.

Key skills for this role include excellent written and verbal communication, strong leadership and team management abilities, and a deep understanding of the publishing process. They need to have a keen eye for detail, creative thinking, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. A bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field is generally required, along with extensive experience in publishing. Some positions may prefer a master's degree or certification in publishing. Prior roles en route to becoming an Editorial Director may include Editorial Assistant, Associate Editor, and Senior Editor.

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Locum Chief Editor, BMC Genome Medicine

  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours 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...

Enrollment Content Manager

  • Cypress, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 18 hours 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,...

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Social Media Content Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 18 hours 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...

Senior Content Manager

  • McLean, VA
  • 19 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 19 hours ago

Senior Content Manager Senior Content Manager 6 Months contract Later CTH Location: Onsite in McLean, VA - Monday to Friday Must Have Qualifications: 4+ years of experience Jira, confluence, and...

Digital Marketing Content Manager I - Houston

  • Spring, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Spring, TX
  • 19 hours ago

Responsibilities H-E-B is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation, operating over 400 stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $31...

eCommerce Marketing and Content Manager

  • Middleton, WI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Middleton, WI
  • 19 hours ago

PPC Job Title eCommerce Marketing and Content Manager Job # US19642 Requisition Type Regular Function Commercial Operations State/Province United States Remote City Middleton, WI Region US Posting...

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Content Manager

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 hours ago

Content Manager Contract: Phoenix, Arizona, US Salary Range: 30.00 - 30.00 | Per Hour Job Code: 362895 End Date: 2025-07-12 Days Left: 28 days, 6 hours left Must Haves: 3-5 yrs relatable...

Website Content Manager

  • Southington, CT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Southington, CT
  • 20 hours ago

Website Content Manager Creative & Marketing $ 43.27 / Hour location_on Southington, Connecticut work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is...

Digital Content Manager (Hybrid)

  • Detroit, MI
  • 23 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 23 hours ago

This role is based in Detroit, Michigan, and follows a hybrid work model, requiring in-office presence two to three days per week. Please note: Due to the in-office requirement, we will only be...

Content Director

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 hours ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 hours ago

Position Title: Content Director Employee Classification: Content Director College/Division: President's Office Department: 331120-KRWG TELEVISION Internal or External Search: External - Open to...

Senior Editorial Content Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Your work days are brighter here. At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the...

Creative Content Manager

  • Orrville, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Orrville, OH
  • 1 day ago

S teward existing campaign or brand style guides, ensuring new deliverables across all channels are aligned with estab lish ed, approved creative standards Collaborate with internal marketing teams...

Content Manager, Consultant

  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Your Role The Digital Experience, Design, and Content team oversees the strategy and design of digital experiences across Blue Shield of California's digital products. The Content Manager,...

Marketing Content Manager

  • Westfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Westfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Do you love getting in front of the camera and filming content for the world to see? Do you love Digital Marketing & creating ads that drive conversions? Well then you might be a great fit for...

Technical Writer (Content Manager)

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

?? Job Opening: Technical Writer / Content Manager Client: Banking Location: Onsite at Phoenix, AZ 85034 Duration: Through 12/31/2025 (Potential for extension or conversion) Shift: Flexible 8-hour...

Editorial Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Editorial Illustration
In this course by Javier Jaen - Illustrator specialized in editorial and cultural communication for publications such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, La Vanguardia, El Pais, Vueling or...

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Salary for Editorial Director Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Editorial Directors 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 Editorial Directors
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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