Senior Editor Jobs in Louisiana

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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Reporter I, MultiMedia Journalist

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago

The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news...

Digital Reporter

  • West Monroe, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • West Monroe, LA
  • 10 days ago

The digital reporter should be a skilled writer who can craft headlines and content that provide value to the audience and driver user engagement. The reporter will use data to make decisions...

Digital Reporter - PT

  • West Monroe, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • West Monroe, LA
  • 11 days ago

The digital reporter should be a skilled writer who can craft headlines and content that provide value to the audience and driver user engagement. The reporter will use data to make decisions...

Digital Reporter

  • West Monroe, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • West Monroe, LA
  • 12 days ago

The digital reporter should be a skilled writer who can craft headlines and content that provide value to the audience and driver user engagement. The reporter will use data to make decisions...

Proposal Writer

  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 days ago

Assignments will include but are not limited to writing of white papers, RFI’s, technical content and solutions, past performance and corporate experience, staffing plans, resumes, and transition plans...

Reporter / MMJ

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 12 days ago

The News Reporter collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to...

Reporter / Anchor

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 13 days ago

The Reporter/Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. Presents news stories...

Data Reporter

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 days ago

Date Posted June 16, 2025 Industry Newspapers, Digital Media Specialty Not Specified Job Status Full-time Salary Not Specified Description: One of the newsiest and most fun cities in America needs...

Application Writer & Community Engagement Specialist

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 days ago

Cherry Bekaerts Strategic Financing Services Practice (SFS) is seeking an Application Writer and Community Engagement Specialist with a background in the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) or similar...

Proposal Writer

  • LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • LA
  • 30+ days ago

1 month ago Maryland Full Time Innosoft, a mature Small Business with a proven track record of delivering innovative Health IT services and enterprise solutions. Innosoft provides cutting-edge...

Senior Editor

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Performs the developmental editing of a book-length project (more than 175,000 words) on tropical ecology and evolution. This position provides high-level editorial direction and critical written...

Multimedia Journalist - Kplc

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated...

News Anchor/Reporter - Ksla

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 45+ days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated...

Coastal Desk Reporter, WWNO/WRKF

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Coastal Desk Reporter, WWNO/WRKF Location: New Orleans, Louisiana Live and work in southeast Louisiana, one of the most culturally dynamic places in the country. NPR member stations WWNO-FM, New...

Multimedia Journalist, KATC

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 90+ days ago

KATC, the E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Lafayette, Louisiana, is seeking a talented and driven Multimedia Journalist to join our dynamic and award-winning news team. As a market leader with a...

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Salary for Senior Editor Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

Senior Editors in Louisiana 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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