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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$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving growth across insurance platforms by building strategic alliances, developing executive relationships, and executing market strategies to enhance revenue and expand opportun...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Drive transformative initiatives in cancer care navigation. Influence strategic partnerships and implement scalable programs that enhance patient access to evidence-based care, ensuring equity across...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$169K - $220K *

Champion backend innovation by architecting scalable systems and guiding a team of engineers. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to optimize user experiences and deliver impactful solutions in a colla...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage your creativity by editing diverse video content, leading a team of editors, and driving performance in social-native and elevated storytelling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhan...

Wilmington, DERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$189K - $222K *

Champion client success by leading post-sale operations, ensuring seamless onboarding, delivery, and retention. Drive growth through strategic account management and operational excellence while foste...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $130K *

Drive impactful content strategies and execution, leveraging AI to enhance brand voice and storytelling. Collaborate across teams to create engaging content that fuels demand and builds trust, all whi...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $159K *

Optimize client partnerships by driving strategic outreach and proposals. Leverage AI tools to enhance sales cycles, mentor peers, and contribute to revenue growth through long-term relationships and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining workplace dynamics by integrating AI into daily operations. You'll drive strategic and tactical initiatives, enhancing employee capabilities and fostering a culture of co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance cross-functional project management efforts by leading strategic initiatives that drive business objectives and enhance care programs while ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the future of patient experience by driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence in a high-volume healthcare contact center. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $163K *

Shape the future of IT project management by leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful technology solutions on time and within scope, while enhancing processes and ensuring effective stakeho...

Largo, FLRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving strategy and innovation in web3 technologies. Shape the future of decentralized systems while ensuring top-tier security and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $110K *

Join a team that's optimizing programmatic advertising initiatives, managing campaigns, and enhancing revenue through data-driven insights and strong partner relationships. Your analytical skills will...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $107K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong relationships and driving sales growth. Leverage your expertise in the architectural and design industry to educate partners and maximize market potenti...

Omaha, NERemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Explore new opportunities as you drive growth in our driver network, working closely with cross-functional teams to strategize, implement, and scale initiatives that optimize onboarding and activation...

Ventura, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence as an Operations Analyst, balancing compliance and user experience. Leverage AI tools to analyze data, identify fraud patterns, and suggest process improvements while coll...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $195K *

Lead strategic business development initiatives to identify and capture new opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams and industry partners to enhance proposal effectiveness and drive growth in n...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion seamless technical integrations by leading end-to-end delivery, troubleshooting, and documentation. Collaborate with customer IT teams to ensure compliance and optimize data flows in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $90K *

Lead the charge in driving organic visibility through innovative SEO and GEO strategies. Collaborate with partners to optimize both traditional search and AI answer surfaces, enhancing content retriev...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the support and maintenance of healthcare EDI applications, leveraging your expertise in Edifecs and Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transaction processing and...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$61K - $122K *

Transform clinical genetic curation by collaborating cross-functionally to enhance genomic testing, ensuring compliance with guidelines while supporting innovative health initiatives and improving pat...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $195K *

Engage in strategic account acquisition for our Legal Technologies sector, focusing on sourcing, qualifying, and closing new enterprise accounts. Drive revenue growth through complex sales cycles whil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Elevate digital partnerships by driving growth and engagement through strategic planning and relationship management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and expand technol...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$275K - $300K *

Transform customer experiences by leading the multi-location product initiative, driving strategy, and developing innovative solutions that scale across the platform for diverse users, empowering them...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cancer screening technologies. You'll engage healthcare providers, promote groundbreaking solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pat...

Syracuse, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.