Senior Editor Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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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Actions Officer & Editor, Senior

  • Tysons, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tysons, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 12 hours ago

Actions Officer & Editor, Senior The Opportunity: Key to an organization's growth is strong stakeholder communication that represents and supports its mission, values, and objectives. We're...

Actions Officer & Editor, Senior

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Actions Officer & Editor, Senior The Opportunity: Key to an organizations growth is strong stakeholder communication that represents and supports its mission, values, and objectives. Were looking...

News Writer/Producer

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago

WTTG/WDCA - News Writer/Producer (Regular Full-Time) Are you looking to elevate your career with a leading media company? FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is seeking a creative and enthusiastic News...

WTOP Reporter/Anchor, Freelance

  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Create on-air packages, shoot and produce videos/photos for use on WTOP's website and social platforms, write articles for web and post to social media about the top news of the day. Tell stories...

Service Journalism and Trending Reporter

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Good fact-checking and reporting skills. Well-organized, detail-oriented and flexible. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment....

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Proposal Writer

  • Tysons, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tysons, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications Must Haves: Minimum of 4 years of experience in proposal writing, with a focus on proposal writing, white papers, and RFI responses. Active Secret clearance or higher....

Sports/Entertainment Anchor/Reporter

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 13 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest...

Senior Technical Editor and Content Strategist

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 16 days ago

@ ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community...

White House Senior Reporter

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 17 days ago

We are seeking a White House reporter who will break news and help our audience anticipate and understand actions by the president and other top White House officials. The beat serves the entire...

Service Journalism Reporter -- Springfield, IL

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 19 days ago

The State Journal-Register/ www.sj-r.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking a local government service journalism reporter who is energetic, flexible and puts our audience first. Breaking...

Senior Proposal Writer

  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 24 days ago

Description SAIC is currently seeking a cleared Senior Proposal Writer to join our Proposal Team in Chantilly, VA. SAIC is looking for a senior level Proposal Writer that is accomplished with...

Web Copywriter

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

At our company, we're looking for a talented Website Copywriter to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating compelling web copy that drives engagement and...

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Legal Reporter

  • Falls Church, VA (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Conducts interviews, research, and fact-checking. Cultivates sources and follows leads to scoop industry competitors....

Copywriter II

  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Stylebook (a plus) Native fluency in Latin American Spanish (a big plus) GEICO is a great company selling a great product....

Remote Work

AM Reporter

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

7 News in the nations capital is looking for an energetic, versatile morning storyteller to help us build our growing AM audience across all platforms. This job involves multiple live shots from...

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Salary for Senior Editor Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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Highest Education Level

Senior Editors in Ashburn, VA 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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