Editor in Chief Jobs at Ladders

Discover a curated selection of premier Editor in Chief positions across industries. Our dedicated team at Ladders ensures you get access to the most rewarding Editor in Chief jobs that will help boost your career and pay you $100,000 and above.

Responsibilities of an Editor in Chief

An Editor in Chief oversees all content output from a publication, website, or other journalistic venture. They have the final say over what gets published and manage the team of editors, writers, and journalists who create the content. Moreover, they set the strategic direction for the business and maintain its high standards of journalism.

Highly Valued Skills in this Field

Editors in Chief often find value in strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and of course, excellent writing skills. Being a successful Editor in Chief also requires being up-to-date with the trends in the publishing industry and mastering digital content strategies.

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$190K - $286K *

The Director, Publications is responsible for developing and executing a strategic global disease publication plan, managing complex publication projects, and leading cross-functional teams to communi...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

The Senior Medical Writer is responsible for creating medical advertising copy that adheres to brand standards and pharmaceutical regulations. This role requires medical and scientific expertise, as w...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $154K *

The Regional Editorial Administrator for North America at Reuters will manage inter-departmental processes and support editorial teams in project planning and operations. This role involves coordinati...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$83K - $154K *

The Regional Editorial Administrator for North America at Reuters will manage inter-departmental processes and project planning to support editorial teams during major events and training. This role i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$93K - $127K *

Clio is seeking a Senior Content Writer and Editor, SEO to join their Content team in Vancouver, Calgary, or Toronto. The role involves creating impactful SEO content, leading editorial projects, and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $127K *

Clio is seeking a Senior Content Writer and Editor, SEO to join their Content team in Vancouver, Calgary, or Toronto. The role involves creating impactful SEO content, editing peer work, leading edito...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $130K *

The Senior Associate Editor, Litigation will work alongside experienced colleagues to interpret and explain legal developments through online content for Practical Law. This role involves monitoring l...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $120K *

The Senior Manager, Publications will lead cross-functional Publication Teams in developing and executing global strategic publication plans for Oncology assets. This role involves overseeing medical...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $225K *

The Head of Creative will lead the photography and design team for WSJ. Magazine, shaping its visual identity across various platforms. This role requires a dynamic visual storyteller with expertise i...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$167K - $226K *

The Senior Assistant General Counsel-Editorial Counsel will provide legal counsel to the JAMA Network on matters related to editorial independence, integrity, and intellectual property. This role invo...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $130K *

The Senior Manager, Publications will lead cross-functional Publication Teams in developing and executing global strategic publication plans for Oncology assets. This role involves overseeing medical...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $154K *

The Regional Editorial Administrator for North America at Reuters will manage inter-departmental processes and support editorial teams in project planning and operations. This role involves coordinati...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Manager, Publications will lead cross-functional Publication Teams in developing and executing global strategic publication plans for Oncology assets. This role involves overseeing medical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $250K *

The VP of Operations at Inkitt will play a crucial role in shaping business strategy and overseeing day-to-day operations of the publishing platform. This position involves collaborating with the lead...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Manager, Publications will lead cross-functional Publication Teams in developing and executing global strategic publication plans for Oncology assets. This role involves overseeing medical...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $300K *

Robb Report is seeking a Chief Content Officer to lead the development and implementation of high-level editorial strategies across various platforms, including print, digital, and live media. The ide...

2 weeks ago

  •     Media

$90K - $130K *

The Manager, Publications will oversee the development and execution of strategic publications plans, ensuring high-quality abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations in the fields of neurology and oph...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

The Compliance Attorney Editor is responsible for conducting regulatory research, writing plain-English summaries of compliance requirements, and editing compliance information. This role involves mon...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $120K *

The Managing Editor at America's Test Kitchen will lead the integration of content and production workflows across digital properties, ensuring alignment among editorial teams. This role requires a st...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $155K *

The Executive Director at Banyan Treatment Centers will lead key departments at two Illinois facilities, ensuring high standards of care and operational efficiency. This role involves fostering a coll...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $155K *

The Executive Director at Banyan Treatment Centers will lead key departments across two Illinois facilities, ensuring high standards of care and operational efficiency. This role involves fostering a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

The Compliance Attorney Editor will conduct regulatory research and analysis to support content creation, while monitoring trends in compliance. This role involves writing plain-English summaries of c...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$69K - $128K *

CNN is seeking a dynamic senior editor to enhance reporting and writing for its Washington News teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for political coverage, excel at editing breaking news, a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$69K - $128K *

CNN is seeking a dynamic senior editor to enhance reporting and writing for its Washington News teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for political coverage, excel at editing breaking news, a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$149K - $234K *

The Associate Director of Global Publications for Mature Brands is responsible for developing and executing strategic global publication plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams. This role r...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the responsibilities of an Editor in Chief?question toggle

    An Editor in Chief is responsible for overseeing all content output, managing the team of editors and writers, setting the strategic direction for the publication, and maintaining its high standards of journalism.

  • What skills are most valuable for an Editor in Chief?question toggle

    The most valuable skills for an Editor in Chief are strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and excellent writing skills. They should also be aware of current trends in the publishing industry and be adept at digital content strategies.

  • How much does an Editor in Chief job pay?question toggle

    An Editor in Chief's salary can significantly vary based on the industry and location. However, all jobs listed on Ladders pay $100,000 or more.