Regardless of all the previous work that has gone into a project, editors often have the final say and their input is often the force that turns ordinary work into a polished and potentially successful product. In the arts, an editor could find themselves working in a vast range of fields, with everything from design and photography to literature and art itself covered.
Regardless of which area they work in, a successful editor must be creative, with a well-developed visual sense, and have strong communication skills along with the ability to make sure that others clearly understand what is needed. They must have confidence when presenting ideas and ensure that they keep abreast of the latest trends in their field.
Persons in such as role can work freelance and depend upon references from an existing client base. Those seeking employment with a company stand more of a chance of landing a role when having completed a degree in a relevant field, such as English language or literature. Median salaries in Canada for editors are based around C
$30,000. For the right publication or company, this could top C
$70,000-plus.