Walt Cooley, Progressive Publishing

Progressive Publishing

P.O. Box 585

238 W. Nez Perce

Jerome, ID 83338

A magazine editor is a senior-level journalist

responsible for the planning and execution of issues of consumer and trade magazines. These editors choose the exact content, including written work and photos, the print or Web magazine will publish.

http://study.com/articles/Magazine_Editor_Career_Requirements_and_Information.html

What exactly does an editor do?

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in English, journalism or communications is required of most magazine editors

Internships

Multiple, varied internships

Write and Edit

Entry-level fact checker or editorial assistant positions

Associate or assistant editors

Senior-level editor


How does one become a Managing Editor?

Excellent skills:

Writing

Verbal

Interviewing

Email

Transcribing

Note-taking

What communication skills are needed in the position?

Might require relocation to a major city

Competition is strong

Long work hours, especially before magazine deadlines

Requires extreme focus and attention to detail while proofreading and fact checking articles

http://learningpath.org/articles/Magazine_Editor_Career_Info.html

What are the difficulties and challenges of the job?

A bachelor's degree is sufficient for most positions

Relatively high median salary

Allows you to show your creativity in article selections and magazine layouts

Leadership position that can give you management experience

More editing job opportunities are expected at online publications

Travel time is expected

Opportunity to meet lots of people

http://learningpath.org/articles/Magazine_Editor_Career_Info.html

What are unique aspects of the job?

Magic Valley – Idaho

Progressive $32,000-$36,000

Newspaper $24,000-$28,000

National Average

$45,545 per year as of May 2013


What is the average salary?

Internships!

Apply and work in as many as possible to gain experience

Write under different editors

Practice writing different styles

Find your own voice and style

What are suggestions for obtaining this job?

Work from home

Supplemental income

Avenue of expression

Way to give back

Organization and people

Why is Ellie interested in this job?

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