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Editorial Director, Century Fiction (9-month FTC)
Posted 1 week ago by Bertelsmann-Jobs
Company DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced fiction editor to join the Century Fiction imprint of Cornerstone....
- Rate £55,000 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Editor and Animator Freelancer
Posted 1 week ago by Twinkl Educational Publishing
Duration: Short-term/Freelance (Up to 3 months)Start date: ASAPLocation: Remote, UKRate: £300 per dayBring stories to li...
- Rate £300 per day
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Senior Editor
Posted 1 week ago by Edinburgh International Festival
Job SpecificationThe Role: To work with the Audiences and Programming Teams to ensure that the marketing, reporting and...
- Rate £45,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Digital Media Editor/ Videographer
Posted 2 weeks ago by Mansfield Town Football Club
Mansfield Town Football Club is looking to recruit a freelance digital media editor/videographer to be part of a hard wo...
- Rate £190 per day
- Category Not specified
- Work type Onsite
- Location Mansfield, England, United Kingdom
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About Our Editor Contract Roles
What does a editor contractor do?
Editor contractors are engaged to review, refine, and improve written content across a range of formats and publications, ensuring that the final output is accurate, clear, well-structured, and appropriate for its intended audience. The scope of editorial contracting varies considerably: some editors work on long-form written content such as reports, white papers, and books; others focus on digital content including articles, web copy, and email communications; others specialise in academic, technical, or regulatory documents that require a high degree of accuracy and subject matter literacy. Editorial contractors are used by publishers, media organisations, corporate communications teams, professional services firms, government departments, and any organisation that produces a significant volume of written material requiring expert oversight.
Clients expect Editor contractors to bring depend on the type of content and the specific editorial remit. Across all editorial roles, a meticulous eye for language, grammar, and structure, a strong command of style guides relevant to the context, and the ability to improve content without distorting the author's voice or intent are fundamental. For digital editorial roles, familiarity with content management systems and an understanding of how editorial decisions interact with SEO and readability is increasingly expected. For technical or specialist editorial roles, subject matter knowledge in the relevant field, whether financial services, healthcare, law, or technology, is a significant differentiator that allows editors to interrogate content for accuracy as well as clarity. The ability to manage multiple pieces of content simultaneously, meet publication deadlines, and work constructively with authors is consistently expected.
What is the market like for editor contractors?
The Editor contract market is a steady market within the broader content and communications discipline, driven by the ongoing volume of publishing and content production activity across media, corporate, academic, and government sectors. Demand is particularly consistent in professional publishing, corporate communications, and the production of regulatory and compliance documents where editorial quality is a material risk concern. The market has evolved with the shift to digital publishing, and editors who combine traditional editorial skills with digital content knowledge, including an understanding of structured content, metadata, and CMS-based editorial workflows, are in a stronger commercial position than those with purely print-focused backgrounds.
How much do editor contractors usually earn?
Contract rates for editor roles typically range from £250 to £450 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many editor vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 100 editor contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to August 2026.