Senior Editor Jobs in California

A Senior Editor in the publishing industry is essentially responsible for overseeing the content creation process. They supervise other editors and writers, ensuring that the materials being produced meet the publisher's quality standards, editorial guidelines, and deadlines. They are also involved in planning, reviewing and revising content for publication, and may even play a role in the final approval of manuscripts. Additionally, they collaborate closely with other departments like marketing, sales, and production to ensure the successful release of publications.

Before becoming a Senior Editor, one might have roles as an Associate Editor, Staff Writer, or Copy Editor. The role requires strong leadership, excellent writing and editing skills, and a keen eye for detail. They need to have a deep understanding of the subject matter they're dealing with and stay updated on industry trends. Familiarity with publishing tools and technology is also crucial. While a bachelor's degree in journalism, English, communications, or a related field is typically required, certifications in editing, journalism, or even specific subjects relevant to the publishing house can be beneficial.

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Copywriter

  • CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • CA
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description: What Youll Do: Write clear, concise, and engaging content for websites, case studies, email campaigns, blog posts, and social media Collaborate with the marketing team, designers,...

Music Social Media Writer II

  • Culver City, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 18 hours ago

. • Ability to work with senior editors to produce creative copy for Client Music platform and align with social copy. • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral • Ability to adhere to...

Courthouse Reporter

  • Napa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Date Posted April 29, 2025 Industry Newspapers, Digital Media Specialty Not Specified Job Status Part-time Salary $31 per hour Description: Courthouse News Service is seeking a reporter based in...

UX Copywriter

  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago

Software Resources has an immediate, long term contract for UX Copywriters with a major corporation in Glendale/Burbank, CA Position is mainly Remote, but must be local to Glendale/Burbank for any...

Music and Social Media Copywriter

  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago

Ability to work with senior editors to produce creative copy for Apple Music platform and align with social copy....

Courthouse Reporter Needed

  • Napa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Courthouse News Service is seeking a reporter based in Napa to cover courts for our daily publication reports. Competitive pay is offered and journalism experience is not required. Job includes...

Senior Writer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Are you a skilled writer with a passion for clear, engaging, and strategically aligned content? We’re supporting a leading financial firm who is looking for a Senior Writer to help shape...

General Assignment Reporter

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

KBAK/KBFX is looking for a take-charge General Assignment Reporter to help us continue to grow and empower our audiences! This person must be able to jump from politics and transit stories to...

Strategic Proposal Writer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.As the nation's leading...

Visual Journalist & Storytelle

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Visual Journalist & Storytelle AT TEGNA INC. KXTV-TV Sacramento About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) serves local communities across the U.S. through trustworthy journalism, engaging content, and...

Technology Correspondent

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

The mission ( of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It's why we have a...

Writers Wanted

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

un Writers Wanted image 1 of 1 compensation: call to discuss Join a Publishing Powerhouse That Helped Bring Over 15,000 Books Out Since 2012, we've built a dream team of editors, artists, and...

Junior Copywriter

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

The Agency is a global, boutique real estate brokerage representing a portfolio of properties across the world's prime markets and celebrated destinations. The Agency is one of the fastest-growing...

News writer & growth editor

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Introduction** IBM Think is IBM's omnichannel media and events hub, bringing together content that generates awareness, engagement, impact and new digital relationships with visitors and clients....

Senior Editor

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

As a Senior Editor, you will work within a Product Delivery Team fused with UX, engineering, product and data talent.You will help the team design beautiful interfaces that solve business challenges...

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Salary for Senior Editor Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Senior Editors in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
23.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%


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