Editors

Plan, coordinate, revise, or edit written material. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication.

$75,260

Median Annual Pay

Jobs growth:

+1% projected 2024–2034

Bachelor's degree

Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Editors shape written content to ensure it meets publication standards and effectively communicates with intended audiences. They review manuscripts, articles, or digital content line by line, checking for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and style consistency. Throughout their workday, they collaborate with writers to refine ideas, restructure arguments, and strengthen prose. They often develop story concepts, assign topics to writers, and determine what content fits their publication's vision and audience needs.

Programs That Prepare You

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