The Average Salary of a Children's Magazine Editor?
Editors of children's magazines require tact and the ability to offer constructive criticism as well as encouragement to the writers with whom they interact. Editors are deadline-driven and the job can become quite stressful. The majority of children's magazines seek editors with a bachelor's or master's degree in journalism, English or communications or child development. Salaries of children's magazine editors are dependent on geographical location, publisher and the editor's education and experience.
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Income
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The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics reports median annual wages for salaried editors were $49,990 in May 2008. The middle 50 percent of editors receive between $36,690 and $69,140. The lowest 10 percent received less than $28,090. The highest 10 percent earned more than $95,490. The majority of jobs were traditionally available in the main media centers of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Ever-evolving computer technology now allows many editors to telecommute. Many editors supplement their income with freelance writing.
Job Description
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Editors do not write magazine content; rather, they mold and shape the content of stories and articles written by staff writers or freelancers. The editor of a children’s magazine reads the entire manuscript and edits the submitted material for grammar, substance, readability and style. The editor makes sure that the story or article is written for the appropriate age level of the target market. Editors makes sure that the piece is of the right length and works with photographers or artists to plan the artwork that will accompany the children’s article or story. If the material is in need of correction, the copy is returned to the author accompanied by the editor's notes. If corrections are not needed, the article is processed for publication.
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Qualifications
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An editor must be detail orientated and able to think conceptually. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are required to interact with authors and magazine management personnel. Children's editors are adept at identifying articles and stories that will appeal to the young readers of their publication. Editors must demonstrate good judgement in deciding which material to publish.
Employment Opportunity Outlook
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Employment opportunities for children's magazine editors remain numerous, as Internet-based media has created many new jobs. The United States Department of Labor reports employment for editors overall is anticipated to increase by 8 percent during the decade from 2008 to 2018. Nonetheless, competition for editing positions will remain keen.
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