Senior Editor Jobs in Mississippi

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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Healthcare White Paper Writer - Contract

  • Mayhew, MS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mayhew, MS
  • 9 hours ago

Healthcare White Paper Writer Job Responsibilities Develop Research-Driven White Papers: Write in-depth, well-researched white papers on assigned topics, or if asked, generate topics....

Remote Work

Healthcare White Paper Writer - Contract

  • Kilmichael, MS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kilmichael, MS
  • 9 hours ago

Healthcare White Paper Writer Job Responsibilities Develop Research-Driven White Papers: Write in-depth, well-researched white papers on assigned topics, or if asked, generate topics....

Remote Work

Strategic Proposal Writer

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 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...

Healthcare White Paper Writer - Contract

  • Artesia, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Artesia, MS
  • 6 days ago

Healthcare White Paper Writer Job Responsibilities Develop Research-Driven White Papers: Write in-depth, well-researched white papers on assigned topics, or if asked, generate topics....

Remote Work

Community Journalist

  • Columbus, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 7 days ago

Date Posted April 23, 2025 Industry Newspapers Specialty Not Specified Job Status Full-time Salary Not Specified Description: The (Columbus, Mississippi) Commercial Dispatch is seeking a...

Multimedia Journalist (LWJC)

  • Laurel, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 9 days ago

+:----------------------------------------------------------------------+| WDAM is looking for a Reporter/MMJ to join our award-winning team. || The successful candidate can generate their own...

Multimedia Journalist - Wdam

  • Moselle, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Moselle, MS
  • 14 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...

Multimedia Journalist - Wlox

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 22 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...

Multimedia Journalist [Jackson]

  • Jackson, MS
  • 24 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 24 days ago

Multimedia Journalist About Gray Media: Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US...

MultiMedia Journalist

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

The Multimedia Journalist 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 consumers....

Multimedia Journalist - Wlbt

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We...

Application Writer & Community Engagement Specialist

  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Cherry Bekaert Application Writer & Community Engagement Specialist in Jackson , Mississippi Description Cherry Bekaert's Strategic Financing Services Practice (SFS) is seeking an Application...

Children & Education Reporter

  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Children & Education Reporter The Clarion-Ledger / clarionledger.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK is looking for a Children and education reporter to cover the unprecedented challenges facing...

Development Writer

  • University, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • University, MS
  • 90+ days ago

Development Writer The University of Alabama at Birmingham The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Development Writer for the UAB Medicine/Heersink School of Medicine Advancement...

Research Grants Writer

  • University, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • University, MS
  • 90+ days ago

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a Research Grants Writer (Grants Development Specialist) to be responsible for providing leadership, expert guidance, and review to...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Senior Editor Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Senior Editors in Mississippi 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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