Editorial Manager Jobs

Find Editorial Manager jobs that match your experience in content strategy, publishing, and team leadership. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore senior roles across media, publishing, technology, and communications.

What Does an Editorial Manager Do?

Editorial Managers guide the creation and delivery of high-quality content. They may oversee editors, writers, and freelancers; set editorial calendars and standards; shape content strategy; and coordinate with marketing, product, design, or communications teams. Depending on the organization, the role can focus on print publishing, digital media, branded content, corporate communications, or specialized publications.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Look For

Many employers seek strong editing and writing skills, sound editorial judgment, and experience managing people and complex workflows. Familiarity with content management systems, audience analytics, SEO, and digital publishing can also be valuable. Editorial Managers often need to balance a consistent voice and high standards with deadlines, business goals, and the needs of different audiences.

Explore Senior Editorial Opportunities

Editorial leadership titles and responsibilities vary by employer. Relevant searches may include Managing Editor, Content Director, Editorial Director, and Digital Editorial Manager. Browse vetted openings on Ladders to discover roles paying $100K or more and find an opportunity suited to your editorial expertise and career goals.

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$175K - $215K *

Elevate the technology function by leading engineering, delivery, and operations. Collaborate closely with leadership to shape technical strategy, ship code weekly, and ensure high standards in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex research into clear, impactful documents that effectively communicate ideas. Collaborate with researchers to establish editorial standards, improve writing processes, and enhance doc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $127K *

Unlock your potential by creating engaging engineering content and leading projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance educational tools and maintain high-quality standards while contributing to innov...

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2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Champion effective publication strategies and lead scientific communication initiatives, acting as a strategic partner to clients and teams. Navigate complex medical affairs content to drive impactful...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $189K *

Unlock potential by leading product innovation in clinical genomics. Shape tools for case management and data workflows, ensuring efficiency and quality while collaborating with lab directors and engi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $85K *

Champion high-profile interviews and guest appearances across diverse editorial platforms. Collaborate with newsroom leaders to secure talent, negotiate contracts, and manage logistics, ensuring seaml...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$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 - $130K *

Transform your career by leading content strategy and production for dynamic digital channels. Drive audience engagement and performance through compelling storytelling, collaboration, and innovative...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and architect creative strategies that drive impactful narratives across multiple formats. You’ll leverage AI tools and strategic insights to elevate...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform marketing operations by building AI-driven analytics and reporting systems. Collaborate with leadership to enhance pipeline visibility and drive data-informed decisions, ensuring effective c...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client engagement through strategic content development and communication. Collaborate across channels to ensure a consistent brand narrative while driving customer advo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $150K *

Shape the future of healthcare connectivity by leading product strategy and delivery for advanced imaging solutions. Leverage your expertise in DICOM, FHIR, and cloud technologies to drive innovation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex scheduling challenges into optimized solutions by leading product strategies. Collaborate with engineers and customers to enhance algorithms and deliver a seamless user experience, d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic editorial strategy that resonates with technical and business audiences. Drive engaging content creation and data-driven performance measurement across multiple channels, balancing stra...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $185K *

Engage in a leadership role to enhance customer experiences in Professional Services. Oversee a team delivering implementations and training, ensuring quality and consistency while collaborating acros...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$154K - $170K *

Lead and manage the Open Syllabus engineering team, driving project delivery while contributing hands-on with Python coding and data analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize roadmaps and...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy in Chemical & Workplace Safety by leading initiatives from discovery to delivery. Collaborate across teams to balance customer needs and business goals, driving measurable o...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $137K *

Join a dynamic team as you orchestrate software releases, ensuring seamless deployment across environments. Leverage your DevOps expertise and project management skills to enhance efficiency and relia...

State College, PARemote

2 days ago

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

$97K - $132K *

Shape impactful educational proposals by leading RFP responses and submissions. Collaborate across teams to craft persuasive narratives and ensure compliance, driving state approvals and district awar...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Optimize quality operations for large-scale data pipelines, ensuring high standards and consistency across diverse datasets. Lead a team to enhance efficiency and reliability in audio data processing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $124K *

Unlock potential by driving the creation and maintenance of Gainsight CSP content, ensuring seamless integration across marketing and RevOps. Lead quality assurance, collaborative workflows, and repor...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $130K *

Elevate product management by driving strategy, lifecycle, and stakeholder collaboration to enhance member experiences and operational effectiveness. Utilize data-driven insights to prioritize initiat...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $116K *

Transform the informed consent process by ensuring compliance and precision in consent form development. Collaborate with various stakeholders and mentor new editors, while contributing to quality con...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $215K *

Lead the sales strategy and team for a fast-growing EdTech startup, driving new revenue and building scalable processes. Engage with key stakeholders in higher education while coaching a high-performi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing technical documentation for cloud migration projects. Leverage your expertise in writing and editing to support VA applications, ensuring clarity and quality...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Editorial Manager do?question toggle

    An Editorial Manager oversees content planning, development, editing, and publication. The role may include managing editorial staff, setting standards and schedules, coordinating with other departments, and measuring content performance.

  • What qualifications are common for Editorial Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly value substantial editing or publishing experience, excellent writing and communication skills, editorial judgment, and a track record of managing projects or teams. Digital publishing, SEO, analytics, and content management system experience may also be useful.

  • What other job titles are related to Editorial Manager?question toggle

    Related titles can include Managing Editor, Editorial Director, Content Director, Senior Editor, and Digital Editorial Manager. Responsibilities and seniority vary by organization.

  • Where can Editorial Managers work?question toggle

    Editorial Managers work in publishing, news and media, technology, education, marketing, and corporate communications, among other fields. Their focus may be print, digital, branded, or internal content.

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

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find roles aligned with your experience.