What is an editorial project manager?
Editorial project managers are web operators. They may also work in publishing or the written press. They have primary responsibility for editorial content. Their performance is reflected in the effectiveness of their content strategy. If they work on the web, they are responsible for establishing the editorial policy of the sites. With this in mind, they ensure the integration of texts, images and videos to be presented to visitors.
They are communication experts who rely on their writing and interpersonal skills to develop print and/or web content. In all, here are the skills required for this job:
- analytical skills ;
- excellent writing skills ;
- good interpersonal skills ;
- organisational skills ;
- rigour ;
- practical knowledge of web 2.0.
What are the duties of an editorial project manager?
The Editorial Project Manager’s role is to ensure the production, structure and distribution of print and/or web content. They are the guarantors of the success of editorial projects. By establishing a well-defined editorial line, he or she acts as the coordinator of the projects in question. In addition to their main duties, they have a number of complementary tasks to ensure that content is produced successfully. Overall, these tasks can be summarised as follows:
- setting up the editorial line ;
- working closely with a team of writers and illustrators to design content;
- monitoring and evaluation of the production chain and the content produced ;
- drawing up distribution schedules.
Why become an Editorial Project Manager?
It’s fair to say that the day-to-day tasks of an editorial project manager have an intellectual impact. That’s a good reason to do this job, in addition to being passionate about publishing work. You can also become an editorial project manager to pursue a career in the written press, in publishing or in the web sector.
It’s a rapidly evolving profession, given the trend towards digital development. The web, the press and publishing are all growth sectors. What’s more, all areas of activity that use websites as communication channels require an editorial manager.
Most editorial project managers also choose this profession to benefit from the advantageous working conditions. Many decide to work in the private sector in order to be well paid. It’s also a way of getting in touch with colleagues who share the same interests.
It is also common for a web editor, writer or graphic designer to eventually become an Editorial Manager. Many young students also work their way up from Editorial Project Manager to Director of a communications department. Some choose this route to set up their own communications company.
How much does an Editorial Project Manager earn?
The salary of an Editorial Project Manager depends largely on the size of the company that hires them. If you decide to do this job, it’s when you’re hired that you have to fight for your pay.
On average, editorial managers start their careers on a gross monthly salary of €2,500. With successful previous experience, they can expect to earn €3,500 gross per month. At the end of their career, they can earn up to €5,000 gross in a month.
What studies do I need to do to become an Editorial Project Manager?
You need to study communications if you’re aiming for a job as an Editorial Manager, whatever your chosen sector. There are many possible career paths, but a 3 to 5-year degree will give you rapid access to this position. Join our Sup de Pub communications school in France or abroad to give yourself this opportunity. Some of the professional training courses on offer are better suited to the job of Editorial Project Manager:
- Bac+1 Communication ;
- Bac+2 Communication and Digital ;
- Bac+3 Communication and Writing ;
- Bac+4/5 Editorial Strategy and Communications ;
- Bac+4/5 Communication & Audiovisual Production ;
- Bac+4/5 Design-Writing.