Editorial Director Jobs in Evanston, IL

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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Marketing Content Director

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Company Description About Adtalem Global Education Adtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry....

Lead Editor

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Job Title : Lead Editor Date: June 2025 Department: Content & Creative Reports to : Managing Producer # Direct Reports : 1 - 2 Compensation: The budgeted annual salary range for this position is...

Content Manager & Podcast Host

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Job Title: Content Manager & Podcast Host Location: On-site Chicago Loop Office Compensation: Base $80,000 + Performance Incentive up to $80,000 (based on defined content growth & impact KPIs)...

Digital Solutions Go to Market and Content Manager

  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 days ago

It's more than a job With a sales career at Kuehne+Nagel, you'll drive long-term business success by mastering sales strategies, nurturing customer relationships and identifying new opportunities....

Industry Content Manager, Financial Services, Google Cloud

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 9 years of experience in product marketing, product management, or equivalent experience with enterprise software...

Content Manager - JR30264-3800

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 22 days ago

at University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Department Booth Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence 1 About the Department The University of Chicago Booth...

Content Director, Physician-Facing Programs

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Join PatientPoint to be part of a dynamic team committed to empower better health. As a leading digital health company, we innovate to positively impact patient behaviors. Our purpose-driven...

Content Manager

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Department Booth Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence 1 About the Department The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to...

Managing Editor, Speculum

  • Evanston, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Skill and experience in academic writing Knowledge of Latin and other relevant languages Editorial experience Flexibility Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style, current edition Meticulous attention...

Clinical Content Manager

  • Barrington, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Barrington, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Create educational resources, including presentations, white papers, and digital learning tools, that equip the Sales team with expert-level product knowledge....

Director, Content Management, AP Classroom - REQ002097_1-3175

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

at The College Board in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description ** A candidate has been pre-identified for this role** About the Team Since its 2019 launch, AP Classroom, the support...

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SSOM Web Content Manager

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Details Job Title: CONTENT MANAGER Position Number: 8102085 Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Department Name:...

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Salary for Editorial Director Jobs in Evanston, IL

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Highest Education Level

Editorial Directors in Evanston, IL 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 in Evanston, IL
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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