Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Magazine editors plan the contents of a magazine, assign articles and select photographs and artwork to enhance the message of the articles, and edit, organize, and sometimes rewrite the articles. They make sure that each issue is attractive and readable, and maintains the stylistic integrity of the publication. Approximately 50,550 editors are employed by newspaper, periodical, book, and directory publishers in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
NoneOutlook
DeclinePersonality Traits
Creative
Enterprising
Organized
Career Ladder
Editorial Director
Managing Editor
Editor
Copy Editor
Editorial Assistant or Proofreader
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