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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$165K - $250K *

Shape the future of our talent acquisition strategy, leading the charge in attracting and retaining top talent. Drive end-to-end recruiting efforts while mentoring a growing team and advising executiv...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the operational execution of custom research projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and effective communication across teams and clients. Drive accountability and operational excel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $175K *

Champion the modernization of legacy applications by leading a cross-functional scrum team to define product vision, strategy, and delivery for a REST-based appointment platform aligned with veteran a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in transforming a legacy Java application into a modern REST platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap while ensuring alignment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Lead the planning and execution of events and productions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn strategies into actionable plans, ensuring successful delivery while managing budgets and log...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering in-depth crime reporting. Utilize your investigative skills to cover breaking news, major trials, and exclusive stories. Collaborate across multimedia platfo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$65K - $94K *

Unlock potential by driving impactful web content and digital strategies to enhance engagement and support the Enrollment Management objectives through effective marketing, communications, and content...

5 days ago

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

$65K - $94K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing digital content, enhancing user engagement, and aligning marketing initiatives with strategic enrollment goals and standards. Your expertise will drive the o...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$281K - $469K *

Drive the AI strategy across journalism, engineering, and advertising to develop innovative products that enrich user experience and uphold truth. Unite efforts across teams to ensure accuracy, govern...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $110K *

Elevate quality assurance in technical publications, collaborating effectively with suppliers and stakeholders. Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance with S1000D standards while managing deliverabl...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $190K *

Help us innovate in pharmaceutical media by leading client strategy and media delivery across HCP and DTC audiences. Drive integrated solutions and elevate client partnerships to achieve measurable bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $190K *

Champion your career by leading innovative media strategies in the pharmaceutical sector. Drive client success through integrated approaches, manage relationships, and stay ahead of market trends to a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $173K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing pharmaceutical media strategies by leading high-impact projects, managing client relationships, and crafting integrated audience strategies that drive measurable res...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $156K *

Lead the charge in pharmaceutical media strategy, driving integrated client solutions. You'll leverage deep expertise and collaboration to shape audience strategies, enhance client relationships, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $156K *

Explore transformative media leadership in pharmaceutical marketing. Lead HCPL and DTC audience strategies, drive client relationships, and connect media choices to outcomes while navigating a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $173K *

Lead the charge in strategic media delivery for complex pharma accounts, focusing on HCP and DTC audiences. Leverage expertise to craft nuanced audience strategies and foster collaborative relationshi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture, guiding technology strategy, and driving innovative solutions to integrate data and AI across health platforms for enhanced clinical insights and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $164K *

Pioneer innovative media strategies within the pharmaceutical sector, driving growth through integrated HCP and DTC audience analysis. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance client relationship...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $240K *

Join a team that drives transformation and innovation in publishing platforms, leading global engineering efforts that enhance content management systems for industry-leading brands and improve workfl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead impactful government relations initiatives, shaping education policy through strategic engagement with state agencies and legislators, and enhance literacy solutions aligned with public prioritie...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in shaping compelling visual narratives through creative leadership in a high-paced newsroom environment, focusing on impactful imagery and effective editorial strategies for digital and print...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$98K - $105K *

Shape the future of regional business journalism by leading and expanding a dedicated team of reporters. Drive compelling coverage across various platforms and enhance community engagement by deliveri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $187K *

Strategize and craft impactful content that amplifies brand storytelling across diverse channels, collaborating with cross-functional teams to engage customers effectively through compelling campaigns...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$134K - $179K *

Lead project execution and ensure client satisfaction by managing teams, overseeing financial performance and promoting company culture across multiple large-scale construction projects...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$134K - $179K *

Lead the charge in delivering integrated solutions while managing contracts, enhancing client satisfaction, overseeing project teams, ensuring safety, and driving financial performance across multiple...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.