Editors

(NOC 5122)
+7.3%
 

What do Editors do?

Editors review, evaluate and edit manuscripts, articles, news reports and other material for publication, broadcast or interactive media and co-ordinate the activities of writers, journalists and other staff.

How to become: Editors

You usually need a bachelor's degree in English, French, journalism or a related field.

You usually need several years' experience in journalism, writing, publishing or a related field and may require membership in the Editors Association of Canada.

With experience, you may move up the ranks to become a supervisor or manager, such as editor-in-chief or managing editor.

Many recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree, and almost 3 in 20 have a graduate degree.

Where to study for a career as: Editors

The University of Queensland
Brisbane, AU

Related Program(s):
Science Bachelor
Journalism Bachelor
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University of Sussex
Brighton, England, GB

Related Program(s):
English and Media Studies Bachelor; Honours
English Bachelor; Honours
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Capilano University
North Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

Related Program(s):
Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Writing and Literature Bachelor
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York University - Glendon Campus
Toronto, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Education - English Bachelor; Honours
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University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
English (Course Based) Master
English Doctorate
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Bangor University
Bangor, Wales, GB

Related Program(s):
English Language and English Literature (BA) (Joint Hons) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Welsh (Cymraeg) and English Literature (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Editors make?

Low:
$38,480
Average:
$59,010
High:
$89,606

Job openings for Editors

Job Seekers:
18,400
Job Openings:
15,700