Editor (Magazine Editing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession responsible for everything from planning magazines, conducting interviews, editing manuscripts, proofreading, and page layout, creating attractive content tailored to reader needs.
Description
Magazine editors handle a wide range of tasks, including planning the direction of the publication, approaching interview subjects, requesting articles from writers and editing/proofreading them, providing layout instructions in collaboration with designers, and coordinating with advertising and publishing schedules. They analyze market trends and reader preferences, maintain consistency and quality across the entire publication, manage budgets and deadlines, and lead production as a team.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of digital media, demand for online content editing is increasing. Data-driven planning skills and multimedia adaptability are required.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Curious and inquisitive / Excellent communication skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Flex Time / Office Work / Overtime / Remote / Team-based
Career Path
Assistant Editor → Editor → Senior Editor → Editor-in-Chief → Editing Producer → Line Producer
Required Skills
Proofreading / Publishing Industry Knowledge / Reporting/Interviewing / Schedule Management / Text Editing
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / English Reading Comprehension / InDesign / Photoshop
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to prevent typos and content errors. |
| Communication Skills | Because it requires building good relationships with writers, interviewees, and internal/external parties. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative ability is needed to come up with unique ideas that capture readers' interest. |
| Planning & Organization | To manage reporting and production processes and meet deadlines. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it involves progressing work in collaboration with various stakeholders. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because large-scale numerical analysis is minimal. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Publishing Professional Certification
Aliases
- Magazine Editor
Related Jobs
- Copywriter
- Editing Producer
- Journalist
- Proofreader
- Writer