Explore Editor Jobs

Editors shape ideas into clear, engaging content. They refine writing, guide contributors, uphold editorial standards, and help organizations communicate with their audiences. Explore editor jobs on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Editor Roles and Specializations

Editor job titles vary by industry, medium, and level of responsibility. Opportunities may include senior editor, managing editor, executive editor, content editor, copy editor, technical editor, and editorial director. Some roles focus on assigning and developing stories, while others emphasize line editing, fact-checking, content strategy, or team leadership.

What Editors Do

Common responsibilities include reviewing and revising content, coordinating editorial calendars, collaborating with writers and subject-matter experts, checking accuracy and consistency, and ensuring work meets style and brand guidelines. Senior editors may also manage budgets, oversee teams, set editorial direction, and measure content performance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for exceptional writing and editing skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines. Depending on the position, useful qualifications may include experience with digital publishing platforms, SEO, analytics, multimedia content, specialized subject matter, or people management. Requirements differ across employers and industries.

Find Your Next Editor Opportunity

Whether you’re pursuing a senior editorial role or exploring leadership opportunities, Ladders can help you discover editor jobs aligned with your experience and career goals. Browse vetted positions paying $100,000 or more and find opportunities to make an impact through content and communication.

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$110K - $130K *

Champion product growth by driving development and lifecycle management for NGS DNA products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate market needs into strategic solutions, ensuring succe...

Boulder, CORemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales of AI solutions to community banks and credit unions. Manage the full sales cycle, from pipeline generation to closing, while exceeding quotas in a fast-paced, high...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $135K *

Elevate investigative journalism by leading a dynamic team focused on accountability reporting. Collaborate across local newsrooms to produce impactful stories that address systemic issues and engage...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$138K - $186K *

Unlock your potential as a principal technical leader for enterprise Unix and Linux platforms, driving architecture, automation, and lifecycle management to deliver resilient infrastructure for critic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $175K *

Join a team of industry leaders to provide actionable insights in Data Quality, guiding clients through complex challenges and delivering high-quality research, presentations, and support. Help shape...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming complex scientific data into engaging communications. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to deliver high-quality medical content and strategies...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Unlock your potential by designing prompt strategies that enhance data annotation and localization workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive AI-driven solutions, ensuring quality and...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the finance function by leading operations, capital strategy, and team building in a fast-growing software company. Collaborate with leadership to drive accountability and operational effici...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Engage with brands to drive holistic revenue growth and strategic partnerships across digital, print, and experiential platforms. Utilize your sales expertise to identify opportunities and create impa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving revenue growth and strategic partnerships across diverse media platforms. Collaborate with teams to create impactful advertising solutions that resonate with influential...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by developing strategic relationships and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with executives, leverage technology insights, and establish our brand through innovative marketing...

Houston, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $177K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials for rare diseases. As a Senior Clinical Trial Manager, you'll lead operational execution, ensuring compliance and quality while fostering stro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse publications projects from start to finish. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure client satisfaction, and maintain project budgets while dr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $135K *

Empower innovation by leading the automation and AI strategy across services. Shape a scalable approach to enhance client delivery, ensuring precision and efficiency while collaborating with cross-fun...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Elevate AI-driven product development by leading a high-performance team to innovate and implement cutting-edge software solutions in Life Sciences, enhancing research and collaboration across diverse...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by selling our innovative platform to financial institutions. Manage complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles, guiding clients through their AI journey while exceeding annual quotas in a c...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $135K *

Shape client engagement by driving sales opportunities, managing relationships, and implementing innovative outreach strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve growth targets and enhance th...

Needham, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $218K *

Lead the strategy and delivery of enterprise applications, optimizing technology platforms to enhance clinical care and business operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvemen...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Transform the future of employee benefits by leading product management and IT operations. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee product development, and ensure compliance while collaborating with dive...

Clermont, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $134K *

Join a dynamic team to develop product assortment strategies, analyze market trends, and enhance sales performance while collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve financial targets and d...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping portfolio-level product strategy for P&C insurance technology. Collaborate across multiple product lines to drive data-driven investment decisions and enhance overall portfo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$203K - $245K *

Unlock potential by leading a national team of Thought Leader Liaisons to enhance KOL engagement and advocacy in oncology. Drive strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and ensure compliance whil...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project delivery by leading cross-functional teams in Interactive Response Technology, ensuring client satisfaction and timely execution while managing risks and fostering continuous improveme...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive the sales process from initial contact to closing, managing relationships across customer segments while collaborating with a skilled team in a dynamic, fully remote environment. Achieve quotas...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform digital growth strategies by overseeing website, SEO, and campaigns. Drive content distribution, partner marketing, and harness AI for analytics, ensuring effective buyer engagement and meas...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of editor jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Editor opportunities may include senior editor, managing editor, executive editor, content editor, copy editor, technical editor, and editorial director roles. Available titles and responsibilities vary by employer and industry.

  • What does an editor do?question toggle

    Editors review and improve content for clarity, accuracy, tone, and consistency. Depending on the role, they may assign stories, manage editorial calendars, collaborate with writers, oversee teams, or set content strategy.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for editor jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek strong writing and editing abilities, attention to detail, sound editorial judgment, and experience meeting deadlines. Some roles also require subject-matter expertise, digital publishing or SEO knowledge, or management experience.

  • How can I find editor jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse editor listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its specific compensation, qualifications, and location details.