Chief Editor
しゅひつ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who plans and writes articles, determines editorial policies, etc., for newspapers, magazines, and web media.
Description
The Chief Editor formulates the medium's editorial policy, plans features and serials, writes and proofreads manuscripts, and oversees article production in collaboration with other reporters, writers, and editors. They analyze reader needs and social trends, provide direction in editorial meetings, conduct reporting and interviews, and maintain content quality and consistency. As the person responsible for enhancing the medium's brand value and acquiring readers, they also handle deadline management and team operations.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of digital media, demand for web content editing is increasing. The adoption of AI editing support tools is also advancing, raising the value of editors with digital skills.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Has curiosity or a spirit of inquiry / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Editing production employment / Freelance / Newspaper and wire service employment / Publisher employment / Publishing media employment
Career Path
Writer-reporter → Editor → Chief Editor → Editor-in-Chief → Editorial Bureau Chief
Required Skills
Editing software operation (InDesign, etc.) / Proofreading ability / Reporting and interview techniques / Writing ability
Recommended Skills
Data journalism / SEO writing / SNS management / Translation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to prevent typos and factual errors. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for coordinating with interview subjects and teams, and sharing editorial policies. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Required for devising plans and expressions that attract readers. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Initiative is necessary as the leading role in planning and editorial policy. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for managing schedules for feature planning and team operations. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure strong pressure during deadlines and troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Chief Editor
- Chief Writer
- Managing Editor
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- Editor
- Editor-in-Chief
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