Editorial Director Jobs in Iowa

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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Content Manager

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 12 days ago

Building on the success of Flexsteel's 130+-year-old brand is integral to our organizational strategy. The Marketing Content Manager will help take our brand to the next level by partnering with...

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Content Acquisitions Editor specializing in technical enterprise content and training, with a focus on reaching out to and signing new authors and trainers who are...

Digital Content Manager

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 24 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 24 days ago

edit content written by others and correct errors, grammar and punctuation following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines....

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Salary for Editorial Director Jobs in Iowa

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Highest Education Level

Editorial Directors in Iowa 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 Iowa
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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