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0-5 years of experience
Developed multi-channel communications plan for two new vehicle launches
- Wrote press releases, presentations, infographics and coordinated photo/video shoots to promote vehicles in Brazilian and global media
- Promoted content and products at media drives, launch events and auto shows
- Translated press releases, briefing books, presentations, new product guides and internal documents from Portuguese and Spanish into English
- Facilitated communications between Ford Brazil team and other global communications teams, as well as with non-Portuguese speaking executives and media at events
- Created web pages and posting content (1,200 photos & 200 stories) on Ford SA’s media.ford.com pages
- Provided exceptional customer service to journalists and consumers related to media.ford.com and Ford products
0-5 years of experience
Edited story content for all sections of the online publication.
- Assigned stories to contributing writers and managed the schedule for story deadlines.
- Wrote stories regarding pop culture and music topics.
- Researched story ideas and pitched topics to editor-in-chief.
0-5 years of experience
- Effectively managed cross-functional analyst and political science teams on research and analysis assignments pertaining to cyber security and risk in India and China.
- Served as Managing Editor reviewing, revising, and editing substance and copy for more than 100 weekly and long-term products ranging from regulatory to security analyses.
- Developed marketing strategy and developed company’s business network and served as company representative at major conferences, presentations, and events.
0-5 years of experience
Project lead for redesign of public-facing website which subsequently won a 2013 Web Marketing Association award
- Develop and execute a content strategy with a focus on boosting organic SEO results
- Create innovative recruitment campaigns to increase applications for prospective students
- Managing Editor of The Information, a blog about the information science topics and research conducted at the iSchool
6-10 years of experience
Expanded the editorial tone and strategic direction of a quarterly print and online publication by conceiving, editing and generating more engaging content in subject areas of relevance to the target audience.
- Redesigned layout, editorial guidelines, graphic elements and style guides that resulted in 20 percent increase in readership over a three-year period.
- Challenged freelance and byline writers to deliver more in-depth articles and graphics to convey storylines; writing, editing and proofreading of columns for grammar consistency, formatting and style.
- Editorial management and oversight of content from byline authors and internal departments to ensure quality and timely delivery of articles, photos and graphic elements.
- Writer and editor of creative content for the online magazine, weekly e-newsletter, press releases, headline and summary copy for the research sections of the NAIOP website.
- Technical editor of research reports and whitepapers on a diverse range of business and industry topics, working closely with consultants, subject matter experts and academicians to translate technical information to laymen and media audiences.
- Staff liaison to editorial board, national sustainable development and research committees and Distinguished Fellows.
- Facilitator of annual meeting of national research directors in the commercial real estate sector.
6-10 years of experience
- Transcribed audio files.
- Typed dictated interviews.
- Executive editor, contributing author and ghost writer.
Managing Editor Duties and Responsibilities
Managing editors may be hired by any type of publication producing written content, including book publishers. No matter the industry, their core duties usually include:
Editing and Rewriting Copy Managing editors must edit and sometimes rewrite the written work of writers and occasionally even associate editors.
Approve Story Pitches Managing editors are responsible for approving or rejecting story pitches from writers.
Write Original Content In addition to editing written works, managing editors may also write their own original content for publication. This includes letters from the editor, blog posts, and articles.
Brainstorm Story Ideas Managing editors are responsible for finding and creating story ideas for writers to flesh out.
Assign Stories to Writers Managing editors also assign stories to writers. In this role, managing editors determine how many words a piece of content should contain and whether any links and supplemental media are required.
Create Marketing Strategies The business of writing doesn’t end with writing and editing. Managing editors must also create and employ various marketing strategies in order to get more people to read the published content.
Hire and Train Writers Managing editors also hire and train freelance and staff writers to contribute content to the publication.
Managing Editor Skills and Qualifications
Publishers looking for managing editors seek out professionals who have the right education or background in writing and editing, but they prefer potential candidates with these additional talents:
- Mastery of English – managing editors need a strong command of the English language and excellent writing skills in order to edit content written by others
- Editing skills – managing editors must have a firm grasp of grammar and punctuation to eliminate errors and ensure copy reads smoothly; they also need a good sense of writing rhythm to eliminate fluff and any unnecessary words
- Leadership skills – managing editors edit and proofread writer content, which puts them in a leadership role, so past experience with supervising or managing others is highly sought after by employers
- Sales and marketing – managing editors need to know how to promote content, which requires some past experience and skill with sales and marketing
Managing Editor Education and Training
Most publications require their managing editors to have a bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field. Relevant work experience in the writing and editing industry can make up for the lack of a degree. Either way, publications prefer candidates with prior writing and editing experience. Typically, managing editors receive a very short training program. Most publications provide their managing editors with resources, like style guides, and ask them to familiarize themselves with past content in order to absorb the flavor and tone of the publication. Managing editors may also be introduced to the writing staff in person or via email, but that’s the extent of the training typically provided.
Managing Editor Salary and Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for editors is $57,210. Through 2026, the job outlook for editors is projected at negative 1 percent, which reflects little or no change in the industry. Unless managing editors find employment with a longstanding and highly successful publication, benefits are not generally offered to people in this career field. Health insurance, life insurance, retirement perks, paid holidays, and even vacation pay are rare, and these benefits are never offered to managing editors who work on a freelance or independent contractor basis.
Helpful Resources
Find ways to become a managing editor and succeed in this career using these helpful books and websites:
International Society of Managing and Technical Editors – ISMTE provides professionals with information about events, a discussion forum for networking, and multiple resources for career advancement and education
Copyediting and Proofreading for Dummies – this book takes a simple and straightforward approach to editing and proofreading the written word. It also covers information about building a freelance career as an editor
Associated Press Media Editors – this association has a career center, an idea center, content information, news, an events calendar, and even benefits for members
The Editor’s Companion: An Indispensable Guide to Editing Books, Magazines, Online Publications, and More – this guidebook covers all the basic functions of being an editor, including how to choose the right words, recognizing common grammar problems, and keeping pieces of writing well-focused and to the point
Association of Freelance Editors, Proofreaders, and Indexers – use the AFEPI website to find information about determining rates, connect with other editors, and find writers
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CPRW, Content Writer IIGabriela is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and career adviser. With 10 years of digital media experience and five years of resume writing expertise, her publication history includes fashion, education, travel, social justice, equitable design and career advice.
