Editorial Director Jobs in New York

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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Senior Editorial Content Manager

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

Director, Content Management, AP Classroom

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

About the TeamSince its 2019 launch, AP Classroom, the support platform for AP teachers and students, has become the most popular LMS in US High Schools, annually serving 185,000+ teachers and...

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Locum Chief Editor, BMC Genome Medicine

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days 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...

Social Media Content Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 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 customized...

Managing Editor, Investigations Unit, NBC News

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 4 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
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 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
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 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
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 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. Juni 2025 (Noch 20 Tage Zeit...

Digital Content Manager

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

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Salary for Editorial Director Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Editorial Directors 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 Editorial Directors 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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