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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$120K - $150K *

Drive full-cycle sales for global clinical operations, fostering client relationships and developing strategic plans for service growth in alignment with company objectives...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and support innovative applications and systems. Leverage your coding expertise in various languages to enhance software solutions while ensuring adherence to i...

Lansing, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $140K *

Drive the development of predictive analytics models to enhance digital assessment operations, collaborating across teams to optimize decision-making and reduce costs while supporting strategic goals...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of our Key/Value product by taking end-to-end ownership of full stack projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring reliable service for millions of users as...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Empower change by leading legislative engagement strategies in Texas, driving clean energy initiatives, and building impactful relationships with policymakers and coalitions to advance the advanced en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$220K - $260K *

Engage in defining and driving go-to-market strategies for AI solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product positioning, launch new initiatives, and leverage market insights to reinforc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $138K *

Lead the strategic management of accounts receivable functions, optimizing cash flow and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, resolve escalations, and drive performance a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing digital engagement platforms to enhance patient access and scheduling efficiency. Collaborate with clinical and IT teams to ensure system integrity and drive innovative s...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Drive new-client acquisition by managing the full sales cycle, from prospecting to contract signing. Collaborate with marketing and commercial teams to deliver tailored solutions and build executive r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Elevate partner relationships in a strategic leadership role responsible for guiding a team and enhancing partner success through AI-driven workflows and high-touch service...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K *

Drive innovation and transform lives by leading regulatory strategies and submissions for clinical trials globally. Act as a key liaison for project teams to ensure compliance, operational excellence...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by leveraging your expertise in computer vision and AI sales strategies. This role entails managing the full sales cycle, driving revenue, and collaborating cross-functi...

Columbus, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the strategic direction of Creator Command Centers, ensuring mission-driven organizations effectively engage their audiences through innovative narrative strategies and creator-led initiatives...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping Stedi's litigation strategy, driving affirmative disputes and regulatory actions to protect and expand our operational freedom in the healthcare sector. Collaborate with lea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of businesses by leading operational strategies, enhancing efficiency, and driving growth. Collaborate with executive teams to create value, monitor performance, and ensure resour...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive complex federal platform initiatives, enhancing security, compliance, and infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and cross-functional leadership...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $218K *

Join a team that's shaping security strategies for a leading Cloud platform. Contribute your engineering expertise to develop innovative, scalable, and secure solutions across various domains, while c...

Cambridge, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to own product design and user experience for an enterprise healthcare platform, creating intuitive interfaces that simplify complex workflows while collaborating closely with prod...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $145K *

Deliver exceptional underwriting expertise by independently evaluating complex Commercial Casualty risks, with a focus on Commercial Auto, General Liability, and Excess Liability to drive informed dec...

Maryland, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic sales initiative by identifying and closing cloud solutions opportunities. Collaborate with enterprise clients to drive market share and foster technology adoption, while navigating com...

New York, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving sales in cloud services and IT solutions. Engage with C-level executives, identify opportunities, and close deals to enhance market share and foster innovative technology a...

Ohio, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with enterprise clients to drive cloud solutions sales, leveraging your expertise in consultative selling. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, close deals, and enhance market shar...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Advance commercial legal strategies by providing expert counsel on government contracting and compliance. Support teams across contract lifecycles, promoting effective negotiations and risk management...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$61K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional litigation support, managing complex caseloads while drafting legal documents and ensuring compliance with court rules in a fast-paced, remote wor...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$77K - $89K *

Drive innovative SEO and GEO strategies, collaborating with teams to enhance client visibility through technical audits, content optimization, and performance analysis. Leverage deep expertise to deli...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.