Welcome to Editor in Chief Jobs

Explore vetted and high-paying jobs in the editorial field as an Editor in Chief. Discover job opportunities where you can wield your high-caliber skills and take charge of spearheading innovative publishing initiatives.

Scope and Roles of an Editor in Chief

As an Editor in Chief, you will be at the helm of content creation, ensuring high standards that reflect the voice and vision of your organization. You will handle everything from story idea generation, content development and editing, to managing a team of writers and editors.

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$100K - $150K *

Empower your career by managing strategic projects that identify growth opportunities, enhance relationships, and drive effective proposals for government and commercial clients while overseeing the p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$212K - $393K *

Elevate your impact by defining the technical vision for AI-driven search and knowledge systems. Lead the development of innovative capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deli...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to implementing educational initiatives, enhancing volunteer engagement, and fostering impactful community partnerships. This role contributes to program delivery and stra...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Discover impactful data solutions by transforming workflows and analytics into high-value products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance decision-making, define metrics, and ensure measurable out...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of innovative data solutions by transforming complex business challenges into impactful products. Collaborate across functions to define product requirements, enhance workflows, and dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing multi-channel storytelling and media outreach to elevate institutional reputation, drive engagement, and promote the university's mission while collaborating with key stak...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$142K - $150K *

Join a team that drives marketing excellence through strategic leadership and operational optimization. Oversee MarCom's execution and technology integration while enhancing workflow efficiency across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $83K *

Empower library services by overseeing acquisitions, collection development, and assessment initiatives. Lead budget management, supervise staff, and drive collaboration within the library to support...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Empower compelling storytelling by generating impactful news content, managing production timelines, and collaborating with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment to deliver exceptional television...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to producing high-quality illustrated art books. As Senior Editor, you'll manage projects from concept to publication, collaborating with authors and design teams to creat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Champion the analytical function to measure care model effectiveness, leveraging your expertise to transform complex data into actionable insights for leadership and partners. Lead the scaling of the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Execute strategic initiatives to drive growth in our key patient acquisition channel. Leverage data-driven insights to design, implement, and optimize scalable operations, influencing cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $125K *

Unlock your creativity as you lead AI-driven video production, blending innovative techniques with traditional storytelling to deliver compelling and polished visual content that resonates with audien...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team, guiding clients in operational excellence and continuous improvement. This role drives organizational change and strategic execution, ensuring effective methodologies and leadersh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $418K *

Oversee strategic initiatives in semantic technologies and knowledge engineering, establishing a cohesive enterprise semantic layer. Lead a high-performance team to enhance AI-driven insights across t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $418K *

Elevate your career by leading semantic technologies and knowledge engineering initiatives. Drive the strategic implementation of enterprise-level AI and analytics capabilities while fostering innovat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $418K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing the strategy for enterprise semantic technologies, fostering innovation, and establishing governance and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance knowledge...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $95K *

Drive impactful video and photography production for renowned brands, managing all stages from planning to execution while leading cross-functional teams for optimal results and innovation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$78K - $93K *

Champion a team of writers in demystifying technology services while enhancing digital privacy and security. Edit engaging content, manage projects, and foster collaboration in a fast-paced, remote en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to drive hands-on research in synthetic phage engineering, focusing on molecular biology workflows, experimental design, and data analysis to advance innovative solutions in a collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K *

Grow digital product workflows by managing projects from discovery to delivery. Collaborate with editorial, business teams, and vendors to ensure seamless communication and process adherence while dri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to impactful content strategies by collaborating with clients, crafting compelling writing, and leading projects that elevate communication across digital channels. Drive insights and deliv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$172K - $275K *

Accelerate progress at a transformative technology organization by leading AI and software engineering to enhance productivity, drive innovation, and deliver real business value while managing a talen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Transform the way journalism engages with A.I. platforms by identifying opportunities, assessing partnerships, and ensuring content integrity, allowing our readership to thrive in the evolving digital...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in release management for complex PeopleSoft environments, orchestrating multi-team coordination, deployment governance, and production stability to drive effective enterprise applicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the role of an Editor in Chief?question toggle

    An Editor in Chief is typically the head of content creation and publishing, responsible for managing writers, editors, and other creative staff, as well as overseeing the quality of content and the overall direction of the publication.

  • What qualifications do I need to become an Editor in Chief?question toggle

    Most Editor in Chief roles require a degree in Journalism, English, or a related field, several years of experience in publishing or journalism, and a comprehensive understanding of content creation, editing, and management.

  • How can I find high-paying Editor in Chief jobs?question toggle

    At Ladders, we provide a curated list of high-paying Editor in Chief positions from vetted companies. You can find the latest job postings by exploring our Editor in Chief Jobs category page.