Editor Jobs Paying $100K and Above

Find editor jobs for experienced professionals seeking their next career move. Ladders features vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior editor, managing editor, executive editor, and content editor positions. Explore roles across publishing, media, technology, marketing, and other industries.

Explore Editor Career Opportunities

Editor roles vary by organization and specialty. You might shape articles and publications, guide a newsroom or editorial team, oversee a content strategy, or ensure that digital and print materials meet high standards for accuracy, clarity, and voice. Search listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and leadership scope.

Skills and Experience for Editor Roles

Employers often seek strong writing and editing skills, sound editorial judgment, and the ability to manage deadlines and collaborate across teams. Senior positions may also require experience with content planning, audience development, publishing workflows, team leadership, or subject-matter expertise. Requirements differ by employer and role.

Find Your Next Editor Job

Use Ladders to discover vetted editor opportunities with salaries at or above $100,000. Review each listing for compensation, qualifications, and location or work arrangements, then focus your search on the editor roles that fit your experience and career goals.

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$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations and financial management for a large-scale client account. Oversee multiple pods while ensuring efficiency and strategic alignment in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $200K *

Champion the national discourse by leading a dynamic team of writers, shaping impactful stories on science and health that resonate widely and influence public understanding and policy...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Engage with diverse stakeholders to drive sales initiatives, source new clients, and expand existing accounts. Leverage strong prospecting and strategic relationship-building skills in a fast-paced, c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Discover a strategic role in portfolio management, collaborating across teams to optimize global financing efforts, manage debt instruments, and enhance performance through innovative solutions in a d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of government technology events by building relationships, planning impactful conferences, and engaging with key stakeholders across California. Drive success through strategic partne...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate user experiences by leading a top-notch web team focused on AI self-service portals and microservices. Collaborate across teams to design and implement high-performance UIs in a cloud-based Sa...

Bethesda, MDRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform the user experience at a cutting-edge AI platform by leading a web team to develop and enhance our self-service portal. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, high-per...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform creative possibilities by leading multidisciplinary teams and establishing visionary strategies that connect with audiences and drive client success. Mentor emerging leaders while delivering...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K *

Develop and manage web content for federal digital communications, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and SEO best practices. Collaborate with teams to create engaging materials and main...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape our growth strategy by leading budget planning, performance tracking, and investment decisions across marketing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize ROI and drive imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $200K *

Oversee the Science and Health editorial team, steering national conversations through high-quality storytelling and deep journalistic integrity across diverse scientific topics...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $175K *

Transform the editorial landscape by leading and expanding a dynamic magazine section. Drive creativity and depth in content, ensuring a compelling mix of ideas and styles that engage and challenge re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $175K *

Engage in a dynamic editorial role, overseeing and expanding a key magazine section. Generate innovative ideas, edit diverse articles, and ensure compelling content that captivates and challenges read...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the national conversation about science and health. Oversee writers, edit stories, and guide coverage on topics like climate change and neuroscience. Your leadership will fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in art direction for pharma campaigns, ensuring creative excellence while mentoring and inspiring design teams. Drive integrated strategies through compelling visual storytelling that...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Transform our visual storytelling as a Senior Graphic Designer. Collaborate with marketing and product teams to create compelling assets, maintain brand guidelines, and integrate innovative design tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $186K *

Empower transformation by leading enterprise systems and data initiatives. Collaborate with executives to drive strategic roadmaps, optimize operations, and enhance customer experiences through innova...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$300K - $400K *

Innovate and drive new revenue by selling expert data solutions to AI labs and healthcare companies. Build relationships with technical decision-makers to enhance model training and evaluation through...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $85K *

Join us to ensure quality excellence in aerospace by performing precise inspections, verifying compliance with standards, and documenting results. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the integ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Take ownership of the product development pipeline, driving innovation from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver 10+ new SKUs annually, ensuring compliance and retail...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at a premier senior living community by leading a dynamic team, driving occupancy, and ensuring operational excellence while fostering a culture of care and compassion for resident...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic iOS team, where you will develop, optimize, and ship innovative applications. Collaborate closely across teams to deliver exceptional user experiences on App...

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by defining and executing a comprehensive communications strategy, enhancing industry credibility, fostering local relationships, and supporting recruitment efforts in a dynamic en...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore a unique design role combining digital and physical workflows. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to create innovative solutions and drive impactful decisions from concept through del...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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    Employers commonly value excellent writing and editing, editorial judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines. Senior roles may also call for leadership, content strategy, or industry-specific experience.

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    Editors work across industries such as publishing, news and media, technology, marketing, and corporate communications. Their work may involve print, digital, or multimedia content.

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