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A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or English, combined with previous writing and proofreading experience, is typically required to be an editor.
EducationEmployers generally prefer candidates with a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or English. They also prefer candidates with mass- or cross-media experience.
Those with other backgrounds who can show strong writing skills also may find jobs as editors. Editors who deal with specific subject matter may need previous related work experience. For example, fashion editors may need expertise in fashion that they gain through formal training or work experience.
Work Experience in a Related OccupationMany editors start off as editorial assistants, writers, or reporters.
Those who are particularly skilled at identifying good stories, recognizing writing talent, and interacting with writers may be interested in editing jobs.
Other ExperienceEditors also can gain experience by working on high school and college newspapers, and for magazines, radio and television stations, advertising and publishing companies, or nonprofit organizations. Magazines and newspapers also have internships for students. For example, the American Society of Magazine Editors offers a Magazine Internship Program to qualified full-time students in their junior or senior year of college. Interns may write stories, conduct research and interviews, and gain general publishing experience.
The ability to use computers is necessary for editors to stay in touch with writers and other editors and to work on the increasingly important digital media or online side of a publication. Familiarity with electronic publishing, graphics, Web design, and multimedia production is also important, because more content is being offered online.
AdvancementSome editors hold management positions and must make decisions related to running a business. For them, advancement generally means moving up to publications with larger circulation or greater prestige. Copy editors may move into original writing or substantive editing positions, or become freelancers.
Important QualitiesCreativity. Editors must be creative, curious, and knowledgeable in a broad range of topics. Some editors must regularly come up with interesting story ideas and attention-grabbing headlines.
Detail oriented. One of an editor’s main tasks is to make sure that material is error free and matches the style of a publication.
Good judgment. Editors must decide if certain stories are ethical or if there is enough evidence to report them.
Interpersonal skills. In working with writers, editors must have tact and the ability to guide and encourage them in their work.
Writing skills. Editors must ensure that all written content has correct grammar, punctuation, and syntax. Editors must be able to write clearly and logically.
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Female
50.9%Male
43.7%Unknown
5.4%White
73.5%Asian
13.3%Hispanic or Latino
10.8%Unknown
1.7%Black or African American
0.7%Spanish
38.0%French
14.4%Chinese
10.7%Mandarin
8.3%Japanese
4.4%German
4.1%Korean
3.4%Italian
3.2%Cantonese
2.9%Russian
2.2%Arabic
2.0%Portuguese
1.2%Polish
1.0%Turkish
0.7%Danish
0.7%Greek
0.7%Hindi
0.5%Bosnian
0.5%Bengali
0.5%Irish
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10.4%New York University
6.9%Temple University
6.4%Brigham Young University
5.9%Columbia College Chicago
5.9%San Francisco State University
5.6%Syracuse University
5.3%University of Missouri - Columbia
5.1%Boston University
5.1%Arizona State University
4.5%Full Sail University
4.5%Fashion Institute of Technology
4.3%Ball State University
4.3%Southern New Hampshire University
4.0%Michigan State University
3.7%George Mason University
3.7%University of Central Florida
3.7%DePaul University
3.7%Pennsylvania State University
3.5%American University
3.5%Bachelors
64.6%Masters
17.5%Other
10.7%Associate
3.9%Certificate
1.7%Doctorate
1.0%Diploma
0.5%License
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