As an editor, you are responsible for creating, editing and publishing content for various media formats. This includes texts for newspapers, magazines, online portals and social media. Editors research topics, conduct interviews and work closely with other journalists and experts to produce engaging and informative content.
Salary in the Editorial Sector in Germany
In Germany, editors on average earn a gross annual salary of 48,556 euros. The entry-level salary is about 38,000 euros gross per year, with prior experience and academic qualifications (Bachelor's, Master's, or traineeship) playing a role.
With increasing professional experience, the salary rises. With less than three years of professional experience, the average salary is 38,292 euros, after three to six years it is 40,389 euros, and after seven to nine years it is 43,263 euros. With more than nine years of professional experience, one can expect a salary of around 53,707 euros.
The highest salaries are achieved in large media companies in senior positions and in federal states such as Baden-WĂĽrttemberg and Hesse.
A career in editing usually requires a degree in journalism, communication sciences or comparable training. Internships in publishing houses or media companies are also an advantage in order to gain practical experience and make industry contacts.
There are numerous career opportunities in the editorial department. After a few years of professional experience, for example, you can move up to managerial positions such as editorial director or editor-in-chief. There is also the opportunity to specialize in certain topics or formats or to switch to related areas such as PR and marketing.
