Editorial Managers guide the people, processes, and standards behind compelling, accurate content. They lead editorial teams, oversee publishing calendars, and help organizations deliver work that serves readers and supports business goals. Explore vetted Editorial Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles at organizations hiring experienced professionals for positions that pay $100,000 or more.
Editorial Manager responsibilities vary by employer and industry. Common duties include setting editorial priorities, assigning and reviewing work, managing deadlines, maintaining style and quality standards, and coordinating with writers, designers, marketers, subject-matter experts, and executives. Some roles focus on digital publishing, while others oversee corporate communications, journalism, books, or specialized content.
Employers often look for strong editing and writing judgment, people-management experience, project planning, and the ability to communicate a clear editorial vision. Familiarity with content management systems, audience analytics, SEO, and publishing workflows may also be valuable. Industry knowledge and experience balancing accuracy, brand voice, and production timelines can help candidates stand out.
Editorial Managers can pursue leadership roles across media, technology, healthcare, finance, education, and other sectors. Depending on the organization, the position may offer a path to senior editorial leadership, content strategy, or broader communications management. Compare opportunities by responsibilities, team structure, workplace expectations, and compensation to find a role aligned with your experience and goals.
Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Editorial Manager listings to discover roles where you can shape content programs, develop editorial talent, and help deliver work that earns audience trust.
$80K - $95K *
Empower our team by managing research operations, analytics, and documentation. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and maintain project timelines, enhancing knowledge and communication...
3 weeks ago
Principal Product Manager, Veradigm Comprehensive Submissions (VCS)
$125K - $150K *
Champion regulatory compliance and product strategy in healthcare submissions. Drive outcomes through collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate data submissions while navigating co...
2 weeks ago
Director of Product Management
$158K - $237K *
Elevate your career by leading product management strategies and performance for cutting-edge semiconductor inspection solutions, driving successful customer adoption and collaboration across cross-fu...
3 weeks ago
Director of Product Management
$158K - $237K *
Advance your career by leading product strategy and business performance in semiconductor inspection solutions. Drive product lifecycle management and engage with customers while managing cross-functi...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by driving product delivery excellence across teams. You'll ensure timely resolution of client requests and bugs, coordinating efforts between Product, Engineering, and Customer Ex...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative legal technology solutions by managing multiple projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders to ensure timely, high...
Yesterday
$80K - $100K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative legal technology projects, managing multiple implementations from initiation to support. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders to ensure quality, bud...
Yesterday
$80K - $100K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in legal technology by managing multiple projects. You'll lead implementations, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure quality delivery while proactively managing ri...
Yesterday
$80K - $100K *
Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Lead cross-functional teams, proactively address risks, and maintain stakeholder communication to drive successful...
Yesterday
Director, Editorial & Curation
$200K - $263K *
Grow your career by leading editorial strategy in a dynamic music platform, balancing visionary insights with hands-on curation. Collaborate across teams to enhance music discovery and community engag...
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Director, Editorial & Curation
$200K - $263K *
Drive the editorial vision and strategy for music discovery within the platform, leading curation initiatives, team building, and partnerships to celebrate diverse musical talent and enhance user enga...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director, Editorial & Curation
$200K - $263K *
Lead the charge in shaping editorial vision at a groundbreaking music platform. Collaborate with creators and data to cultivate a vibrant community of listeners while driving engagement and innovation...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director of Product Management, Public Sector
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's transforming global supply chains. As a leader, you will innovate public sector products that reshape how governments enforce trade policies, enhance economic security, and ensure c...
3 weeks ago
Director of Product Management, Public Sector
$150K - $180K *
Transform global trade compliance through innovative product management. Lead a high-impact team focusing on customs, defense, and economic policy to deliver cutting-edge solutions for governments nav...
3 weeks ago
Director of Product Management, Public Sector
$150K - $180K *
Drive product innovation for public sector supply chain transparency. Lead a high-impact team to transform customs management, defense acquisition, and economic security strategies, delivering robust...
3 weeks ago
Director of Product Management, Public Sector
$150K - $180K *
Transform how governments leverage the Altana network to enhance compliance and visibility in global supply chains, shaping policies that prepare for the future of international trade. Lead a team to...
3 weeks ago
AI Technical Product Manager, Dean's Office
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's bridging AI innovation with real-world applications, driving product success through strategic leadership and technical expertise. Collaborate across functions to deliver AI-powered...
2 weeks ago
$154K - $181K *
Lead teams in designing and maintaining enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS. Ensure scalable, reliable data pipelines and oversee project execution while collaborating with stakeholders to me...
Today
$154K - $181K *
Lead and optimize enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals while managing...
Today
Director, Commerce & Channel Operations
$151K - $270K *
Oversee the strategy and execution of a complex commerce ecosystem, including direct-to-consumer and institutional channels, leveraging analytics and partnerships to optimize operations and drive reve...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Clinical Data Management
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in clinical data management, overseeing project execution, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering client satisfaction while managing a dynamic team and implementing innovative soluti...
1 week ago
$88K - $130K *
Optimize quality assurance processes by leading the development and implementation of a robust Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improveme...
1 week ago
$88K - $130K *
Lead the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and enhancing team performance and product quality through effective leadership and continuous improvement initiatives across...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $125K *
Drive operational excellence as an Enterprise Operations Manager, overseeing business functions to support senior leaders. Collaborate on client services, personnel management, and finance strategies...
3 weeks ago
$156K - $250K *
Drive operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Foster employee development and ensure compliance while managing budgets and improving custo...
3 weeks ago
What does an Editorial Manager do?
An Editorial Manager oversees editorial planning and production. The role may include managing editors or writers, assigning and reviewing content, maintaining quality standards, coordinating schedules, and aligning published work with audience and organizational goals.
What qualifications are commonly required for Editorial Manager jobs?
Requirements depend on the employer, but many positions seek substantial writing or editing experience, a record of managing projects or teams, strong communication skills, and familiarity with relevant publishing tools and workflows. Some employers also require expertise in a particular industry.
Where do Editorial Managers work?
Editorial Managers work in a range of settings, including media and publishing, technology, corporate communications, healthcare, finance, education, and nonprofit organizations. Their focus may be print, digital, brand, or specialized content.
How can I find high-paying Editorial Manager jobs?
Browse Editorial Manager listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary details, responsibilities, location, and workplace expectations.