Welcome to Editor in Chief Jobs

Explore vetted and high-paying jobs in the editorial field as an Editor in Chief. Discover job opportunities where you can wield your high-caliber skills and take charge of spearheading innovative publishing initiatives.

Scope and Roles of an Editor in Chief

As an Editor in Chief, you will be at the helm of content creation, ensuring high standards that reflect the voice and vision of your organization. You will handle everything from story idea generation, content development and editing, to managing a team of writers and editors.

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$78K - $90K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of investigative journalism by leading a dynamic newsroom. Oversee projects, mentor emerging journalists, and collaborate with top news organizations to produce i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$78K - $90K *

Engage in a pivotal Managing Editor role to lead and mentor investigative journalism efforts. Drive editorial excellence, oversee daily operations, and shape the future of accountability-driven report...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $100K *

Champion the voice of a publication by leading a team of editors and writers. Drive high-quality content creation in the fast-paced news journalism landscape, ensuring engaging articles and timely pub...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer the editorial voice and content strategy, shaping cultural narratives across multiple platforms by leading a talented team, ensuring quality storytelling, and elevating brand engagement throug...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $170K *

Elevate technical communication by translating engineering insights into engaging content. Collaborate with teams to drive innovative strategies and produce credible materials for key industries like...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $130K *

Deliver impactful news coverage as a Managing Editor, overseeing a dedicated team, ensuring high editorial standards, and driving audience engagement in a fast-paced newsroom environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$153K - $245K *

Empower your career by leading editorial strategy for a global newsroom, shaping impactful narratives, and collaborating across diverse markets. Drive storytelling excellence and uphold editorial stan...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $180K *

Transform how we communicate our vision! Join a dynamic team focused on editorial excellence, brand strategy, and effective communications in the fast-evolving AI space to elevate our market presence...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing cross-functional programs, aligning teams, and driving impactful results in a dynamic, remote environment. Collaborate to transform complex challenges into actionable stra...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Shape the delivery of high-impact intelligence products by ensuring clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines while collaborating with authors to enhance narrative organization and conte...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Build compelling narratives and elevate engagement by collaborating with experts to translate complex insights into impactful content across diverse platforms, driving New America's mission and expand...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $158K *

Transform the landscape of biotechnology publishing by leading a groundbreaking journal, engaging with global researchers, and shaping impactful editorial strategies within a collaborative environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping a groundbreaking journal for biotechnology researchers, attracting top-tier submissions, managing an editorial team, and fostering impactful partnerships to enhance global s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $158K *

Champion innovative research by launching a prestigious new journal, creating impactful content, and engaging the global biotechnology community through strategic leadership and collaboration with edi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $158K *

Innovate the future of biotechnology publishing by leading a prestigious new journal, engaging with global researchers, and shaping impactful content while managing a dynamic editorial team and foster...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $158K *

Lead the launch of a prestigious new journal serving global biotechnology researchers. Collaborate with an editorial team to shape impactful content while engaging with the research community and mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the Burmese news desk's editorial direction, manage operations, and cultivate talent across multiple platforms, ensuring impactful journalism aligns with organizational standards and reaches its...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in technical documentation, editing, and collaboration while supporting a dedicated team focused on program development and maintenance, ensuring clarity and coherence in all written m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive the editorial vision, shaping compelling narratives from diverse content streams. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize messaging, timing, and performance feedback, ensuring strategic alignmen...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$77K - $104K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming legal content through precise editorial work. Collaborate on critical updates to legal materials, maximizing accuracy and performance while embracing i...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to shape content engagement strategies across platforms, driving audience connection through innovative solutions and cross-functional collaboration for enhanced user experiences i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping a groundbreaking open access journal, focusing on genomic medicine, while building a global editorial community and defining its impactful publishing strategy...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Unlock transformative leadership as inaugural Editor-in-Chief of a new journal focused on translational genomics, engaging a global community to elevate research and clinical practices in genetics and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that champions editorial excellence, shaping content through skilled editing, team leadership, and thorough industry insights in the fast-paced real estate sector...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $95K *

Empower compelling storytelling by editing diverse travel content. Collaborate within a dynamic team, managing multiple deadlines while fostering relationships with freelancers and driving creative id...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the role of an Editor in Chief?question toggle

    An Editor in Chief is typically the head of content creation and publishing, responsible for managing writers, editors, and other creative staff, as well as overseeing the quality of content and the overall direction of the publication.

  • What qualifications do I need to become an Editor in Chief?question toggle

    Most Editor in Chief roles require a degree in Journalism, English, or a related field, several years of experience in publishing or journalism, and a comprehensive understanding of content creation, editing, and management.

  • How can I find high-paying Editor in Chief jobs?question toggle

    At Ladders, we provide a curated list of high-paying Editor in Chief positions from vetted companies. You can find the latest job postings by exploring our Editor in Chief Jobs category page.