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.
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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Managing Producer, Platforms ENPI
$110K - $130K *
Lead WAMU's content strategy across audio, video, and digital platforms, enhancing audience engagement. Oversee multiplatform production efficiency while collaborating with editorial and tech teams to...
1 week ago
Managing Producer, Platforms ENPI
$110K - $130K *
Transform WAMU's journalism strategy across platforms by leading a dynamic team dedicated to content adaptation, delivery, and audience engagement. Drive impactful content strategies while fostering c...
1 week ago
$85K - $105K *
Lead innovative editorial content initiatives, driving impactful coverage while managing multiple projects and collaborating seamlessly with reporters and contributors. Elevate audience engagement thr...
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$84K - $112K *
Lead the charge in ensuring editorial quality and regulatory compliance for medical content. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage multiple projects while adhering to FDA guidelines and client stan...
1 week ago
Executive Director, Product and Technology
$180K - $220K *
Transform the news landscape by leading product development and engineering. Collaborate with editorial and business leaders to deliver innovative tools and features that enhance reader experience whi...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and architect creative strategies that drive impactful narratives across multiple formats. You’ll leverage AI tools and strategic insights to elevate...
1 month ago
$128K - $153K *
Elevate the future of museum publishing by leading a dynamic team in delivery, editing, and production of quality publications, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and fostering relationships...
2 weeks ago
$74K - $137K *
Manage comprehensive legal content development for California law, ensuring accuracy and clarity by conducting research, drafting commentary, and collaborating with authors. Drive innovation in conten...
4 weeks ago
$126K - $230K *
Pioneer the transformation of global content processing, enhancing efficiency and research integrity. Lead projects to automate workflows and implement data-driven strategies, elevating the quality an...
2 days ago
Executive Editor, Fortune Magazine
$200K - $225K *
Join a team that's shaping influential storytelling in business journalism. Leverage your expertise to create essential content that resonates with executives, driving discussions on key trends and in...
1 week ago
Managing Editor, Content Strategy
$90K - $120K *
Drive a data-informed content maintenance strategy to enhance the health content library. Lead editorial standards, manage cross-functional teams, and oversee over 11,000 pages ensuring accuracy, rele...
6 days ago
$105K - $120K *
Lead the charge in compelling news coverage, overseeing editorial output and mentoring talented reporters, while adapting to the fast-paced demands of a dynamic newsroom environment...
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Director of Editorial, Marketing Communications
$119K - $136K *
Shape the future of university communications by leading content strategy, overseeing innovative storytelling, and ensuring brand alignment across all platforms while mentoring a dynamic team of commu...
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News Editor, Reader and Support Strategy
$100K - $130K *
Lead and develop strategies for donor engagement, shaping messaging to connect readers with independent journalism. Manage a growing team, ensuring impactful editorial content that resonates with dono...
1 week ago
$145K - $190K *
Shape the future of media strategy! Lead teams to craft innovative, data-driven solutions that elevate client success while mentoring talent and enhancing agency capabilities...
4 weeks ago
Senior Managing Editor, Journals
$95K - $100K *
Partner with us to oversee editorial operations for a leading medical journal, manage peer review processes, drive strategic initiatives with the Editorial Board, and enhance visibility through effect...
2 days ago
Senior Managing Editor, Journals
$95K - $100K *
Manage editorial operations for a high-volume medical journal, enhancing peer review efficiency, team collaboration, and strategic growth while ensuring compliance with scholarly guidelines and expand...
2 days ago
Senior Managing Editor, Journals
$95K - $100K *
Manage editorial operations for a high-volume medical journal, ensuring efficient peer review, overseeing editorial staff, and collaborating with the Editor-in-Chief to drive journal growth and adhere...
2 days ago
Senior Managing Editor, Journals
$95K - $100K *
Lead the charge in editorial operations for a medical journal, overseeing peer review, managing a team, and collaborating with editorial members to advance publishing goals in a dynamic and high-volum...
2 days ago
Senior Managing Editor, Journals
$95K - $100K *
Elevate your career by leading editorial operations for a high-volume medical journal. Oversee peer review, manage editorial teams, and develop strategies to enhance journal visibility and growth in a...
2 days ago
Senior Managing Editor, Journals
$95K - $100K *
Drive the editorial success of a leading medical journal by managing peer review and editorial operations, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance content quality and visibility, and leading a team...
2 days ago
$90K - $122K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in producing engaging, thought-provoking content that spans various media formats while nurturing diverse voices within a collaborative editorial environment...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Shape the future of social media by leading a dynamic team to drive compelling content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. You'll define brand voice, develop strategies, and build a thriving commu...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Drive Suno's organic social media strategy, fostering cultural relevance and engagement across platforms. Lead a talented team to produce impactful content, define brand voice, and respond to cultural...
3 weeks ago
Editor, Newsletter Expansion (Remote)
$76K - $85K *
Empower your career by leading the expansion of newsletters to deepen reader relationships, enhance engagement, and drive donor conversions through strategic and hands-on initiatives in a collaborativ...
1 week ago
What is the role of an Editor in Chief?
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?
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?
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.