Top 768 Managing editor Jobs in New York Ny

Editor (Fiction & Non-Fiction)
Skyhorse Publishing —New York, NY
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Managing Editor
Anti-Defamation League —New York, NY
- $140,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
Managing Editor, The Strategist
Vox Media, LLC —New York, NY
- $125,000 - $135,000 a year
- Contracts
- Fair chance
- Budgeting
Assistant Managing Editor
LexisNexis —New York, NY
- $90,500 - $190,500 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Research
- Mentoring
- Parental leave
Assistant Managing Editor
Law360 —New York, NY
- $90,500 - $190,500 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Research
- Mentoring
- Parental leave
Assistant Managing Editor
RELX —New York, NY
- $90,500 - $190,500 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Research
- Mentoring
- Parental leave
US Editor
News Corp —New York, NY
- $150,000 - $250,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- Recruiting
Podcaster and Content Creator - Psychology Today
Psychology Today —New York, NY
- From $4,500 a month
- Contract
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Psychology
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Head of Video, US
Guardian News & Media —New York, NY
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Psychiatry
- Recruiting
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
Member of Technical Staff, Frontend
Quadrillion —New York, NY
- $175,000 - $350,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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US Head of Photography
Guardian News & Media —New York, NY
- $130,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Commercial
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
On Camera Producer
Home Depot / THD —Vauxhall, NJ
- $130,000 - $190,000 a year
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
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Managing Editor, Think Global Health
Council on Foreign Relations —New York, NY
- $150,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Office
- 8 years
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Deputy Editor
Crain Communications —New York, NY
- $115,000 - $130,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Recruiting
Graphics Editor
Guardian News & Media —New York, NY
- $130,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Senior level
- Commercial
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
Assistant Digital and Audience Editor
Guardian News & Media —New York, NY
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Organizational skills
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
Manager, Photo - Special Projects (National Geographic)
National Geographic —New York, NY
- $121,000 - $162,200 a year
- 7 years
- Management
- Research
Head of Storytelling
Rippling —New York, NY
- $185,000 - $230,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Office
- Supervising experience
Reporter, Google
The Information —New York, NY
- $100,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Senior Editor, Thought Leadership
ServiceNow —New York, NY
- $148,400 - $259,700 a year
- Online Application
- Remote
- Marketing
- Research
- Residential
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
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Editor (Fiction & Non-Fiction)

Skyhorse Publishing -
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $80,000 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Teamwork
Attention to detail
Industry trends
Stylistic editing
Contracts
Communications
Managing projects
Marketing

Full Job Description

Position Title: Editor (Fiction & Non-Fiction)

Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

Working Model:100% In-Office (5 days/week)

Employment Type: Full-Time (Mid-Level: 2–5 Years Experience)

About Skyhorse Publishing

Skyhorse Publishing, Inc. is a leading independent book publisher based in Manhattan. We publish a wide, eclectic range of titles across numerous genres and imprints—including literary and commercial fiction, history, politics, memoir, sports, humor, true crime, and lifestyle. We pride ourselves on agility, entrepreneurship, and giving voice to compelling stories and diverse perspectives.

Role Overview

Skyhorse Publishing is seeking a passionate, versatile, and proactive Editor to join our team in Midtown Manhattan. The ideal candidate possesses 2 to 5 years of editorial experience within trade book publishing and is equally adept at acquiring and evaluating both fiction and non-fiction titles.

This role requires a keen eye for storytelling, strong structural and line-editing skills, a solid understanding of book market trends, and effective project management abilities. This is a full-time, 5-day in-office position located at our Midtown office.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisitions & Curation

Actively scout, evaluate, and acquire 12–20+ titles per year across both fiction and non-fiction categories
Review manuscript submissions, proposals, and query letters from literary agents, authors, and packagers
Prepare acquisition P&L statements, present prospective titles at weekly editorial board meetings, and negotiate contract terms under executive guidance
Build and maintain strong working relationships with literary agents, authors, subject matter experts, and industry contacts

Editing & Editorial Development

Perform detailed structural, developmental, and line editing on assigned fiction and non-fiction manuscripts
Collaborate closely with authors to refine manuscript organization, pacing, narrative tone, clarity, and market appeal while respecting the author's voice
Write compelling copy for book jackets, catalog descriptions, sales sheets, and press materials

Project & Pipeline Management

Oversee the end-to-end editorial workflow for acquired titles, managing schedules from raw manuscript to bound book
Coordinate with copyeditors, proofreaders, indexers, and production managers to ensure high quality and adhere to publication deadlines
Collaborate with cover designers and art directors to establish cover concepts and visual positioning for each title

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Marketing and Publicity teams to identify target audiences, angle pitches, and support promotional strategies for lead titles
Provide sales teams with key metadata, pitch points, and competitive title comparisons for seasonal presentations

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: 2 to 5 years of editorial experience in trade book publishing, literary agenting, or a closely related editorial environment
Genre Versatility: Proven comfort and enthusiasm for editing both fiction (literary, commercial, mystery, sci-fi/fantasy, etc.) and non-fiction (memoir, history, current events, pop culture, self-help, etc.)
On-Site Presence: Ability to work in-office 5 days a week in Midtown Manhattan (Koreatown area)
Editorial Skills: Exceptional developmental editing, line-editing, and copy-writing skills with meticulous attention to detail
Industry Knowledge: Solid grasp of current publishing trends, agent networks, and consumer reading habits
Project Management: Outstanding organizational skills; ability to prioritize multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Comparative Literature, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Compensation & Salary Range

NYC Pay Transparency Salary Range: $70,000-80,000 per year, depending on exact experience, editorial track record, and skill set
Full benefits package including health/dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement benefits

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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