Senior Editor Jobs in New Jersey

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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Proposal Writer

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Our work matters. We help people get the medicine they need to feel better and live well. We do not lose sight of that. It fuels our passion and drives every decision we make. **Job Posting...

Sr. Multimedia Journalist

  • Edison, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 1 day ago

News12 News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news stationcovering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut and New Jersey. News 12 New...

Application Writer & Community Engagement Specialist

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Core Lines Writer Principal Writer (Trade Journalist)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Verisk is seeking a Principal Writer to keep clients, prospective clients and the P/C insurance industry at large updated about product development and thought leadership from Core Lines (...

Copywriter - Beauty

  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Location: Hoboken, New JerseyJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $40 - 50 per hourThe Big PictureWant to be the voice behind one of the world's most recognized retail brands? Here's your chance...

Technology Reporter, CNBC

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 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...

Proposal Writer

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

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

Senior Production Editor Spanish speaking (Princeton, NJ Hybrid)

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Manual of Style Total fluency (writing/speaking/reading) in Spanish and English, including familiarity with Real Academia Espanola (RAE)'s style guide, particularly its post-2010 reform/revision Exceptional...

Core Lines Writer Principal Writer

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 29 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 29 days ago

Verisk is seeking a Principal Writer to keep clients, prospective clients and the P/C insurance industry at large updated about product development and thought leadership from Core Lines...

Senior Content/Proposal Writer

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

. + Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style and its application in previous roles. + Ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear, engaging content. + Project management experience...

Editor: $95,000....

Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Methods and Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Editor: $95,000....

Senior Multimedia Journalist

  • Edison, NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 60+ days ago

Senior Multimedia Journalist Location: Edison, NJ, US, 08837 Brand: News12 Requisition #: 8674 News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news station covering communities throughout Long Island,...

Senior Writer - Payer Marketing and Promotion

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Company description 240 Headquarters Plaza, Morristown, NJ Full-time Payer Sciences uses advanced analytics and data-driven evidence to generate innovative strategies that help our pharmaceutical...

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Salary for Senior Editor Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Senior Editors in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
23.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
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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