Editorial Director Jobs in College Park, MD

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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Managing Editor

Review content for legal, ethical, and theological concerns; consult with the Editor-in-Chief and the VP and Editorial Director as needed....

Managing Editor, SCOTUSblog

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Managing Editor - SCOTUSblog SCOTUSblog is seeking a Managing Editor to join the team as part of a broader investment in the company following its recent acquisition by The Dispatch. We are...

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SC34P2 Managing Editor

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago

The American Chemical Society (ACS) is the world's largest scientific membership association, with a mission to "advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of...

Executive Editor, Endocrine Society Journals

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Endocrinologists are at the core of solving the most pressing health problems of our time, from diabetes and obesity to infertility, bone health, and hormone-related cancers. The Endocrine Society...

Lead Editor of Physical Review Materials

  • College Park, MD
  • 9 days ago
  • College Park, MD
  • 9 days ago

Lead Editor of Physical Review Materials Employer American Physical Society Location Worldwide Salary Unspecified Posted Apr 16, 2025 Posting live until May 15, 2025 Discipline All areas of...

Managing Editor

  • Bethesda, MD (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Managing Editor Location: Bethesda (Hybrid), MD Job Id: 121 # of Openings: 1 Education Week,a nonprofit media organization that provides the most trusted news on K-12 American education, is...

Deputy Editor in Chief

  • Falls Church, VA (15 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (15 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Adheres to established publication deadlines, and company style guide....

Sr. Event Content Manager Content Strategy & Execution - Remote - 32678

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified...

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Editor in Chief, Tax Notes State

  • Falls Church, VA (15 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (15 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Adheres to company style guide. Responds to internal and external queries related to published articles. Communicates with members of the press as well as government officials....

Business Support & Digital Content Manager - Business Support and Delivery

  • Bowie, MD (10 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (10 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 27 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for the management and oversight of Content Management platforms, with a focus on support services. Responsible for the oversight of the team of individuals that engage and...

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Managing Editor for Standard Methods for the Examination of Dairy Products

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 27 days ago

APHA Press is looking for a food-related scientist with strong managerial and editing skills to oversee APHAs flagship product (digital, print): Standard Methods for the Examination of Dairy...

Executive Editor - Energy & Materials Transition

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

You will become fluent in McKinsey's production-related processes and resources, with strong editing, fact-checking, and content management support....

Supervising Editor, Justice - CNN

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are When we say, the stuff dreams are made of, were not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or...

Global Content Manager, GTMO Sales Enablement

  • Arlington, VA (12 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (12 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Come be a part of a rapidly expanding multi billion-dollar global business! At Amazon Business (AB), we set out every day to innovate and disrupt the status quo. We stand at the intersection of...

Content Manager Senior

  • McLean, VA (13 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (13 miles from College Park, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Position: Content Manager Senior Location: Hybrid - Onsite Tuesday through Thursday - Mclean VA Must Have Qualifications: Content management system(no preference),SharePoint, ability to work under...

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Salary for Editorial Director Jobs in College Park, MD

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Highest Education Level

Editorial Directors in College Park, MD 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 Editorial Directors in College Park, MD
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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