Editorial Director Jobs in North Carolina

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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Proposal Content Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago

Description & Requirements The Proposal Team Content Manager at Forvis Mazars is responsible for creating impactful, persuasive, and high-quality content for proposals. This position reports to...

Principal Content Strategist

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 9 days ago

Principal Content Strategist Red Hat, Inc. - 4.0 Raleigh, NC Job Details Full-time $97,300 - $155,670 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Employee stock purchase...

Remote Work

Website Content Manager

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 14 days ago

Website Content Manager Location: Hybrid (Regular travel to Greensboro, NC corporate office required several days per month) We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized Website Content...

Deputy managing editor/senior reporter

  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 16 days ago

Date Posted May 30, 2025 Industry Digital Media Specialty Investigative Job Status Full-time Salary $75,000-$80,000 Description: Asheville Watchdog is looking for a skilled journalist to join our...

Managing Editor

  • NC
  • 28 days ago
  • NC
  • 28 days ago

Posted: 5/23/25 MORE JOBS POSTED IN: EDITORIAL AND JOURNALISM Managing Editor Carolina Public Press Telecommute within state, North Carolina Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent,...

Remote Work

Pathways Content Manager

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Pathways Content Manager Company: Dedham Group Location: Remote, United States Date Posted: May 12, 2025 Employment Type: Full Time Job ID: R-1165 **Description** **About The Dedham Group** We set...

Brand and Content Manager

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Brand and Content Manager The Brand & Content Manager drives brand storytelling and digital engagement across multiple platforms. This role ensures consistent and impactful messaging for internal...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Editorial Director Jobs in North Carolina

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

Highest Education Level

Editorial Directors in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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