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An Editor is a critical reader as well as someone who loves words. Their main responsibility is to enhance and glam up a story. To simplify, a person who edits, revises and selects written material for a publication is known as an editor. Moreover, they can be freelancers or working with an organization and can work both part time as well as full time.

Editors are employed by numerous industries like magazines, books, newspapeRs publication houses and many more. Furthermore, they are responsible for checking facts, spellings, grammar, punctuations and any other mistakes in general. One has to be artistic as well as expressive to be in this field.

Eligibility

For Bachelor’s

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Aspirants need to pass 10+2 with at least 50% aggregate in any stream from a recognised board. </li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Students can opt for a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communication or any other related field. </li>
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For Masters

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">To gain job market knowledge, one can opt for a Master's degree in Publishing and Creative Writing, English, Journalism or any other related field.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Working with experienced journalists or applying for internships can help you gain great expertise in the industry. </li>
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Top Colleges/Universities

There are various options of innumerable top colleges and universities for the Editorial department in India. Following is the list of the leading colleges & universities in India:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Mumbai Digital Films Academy</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Arena Animation</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Punjabi University</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Kalapurnam Institute</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Media Village</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Jagran Lakecity University</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Pondicherry University Community College</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">MAAC</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">DUCAT Noida</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Navodaya Institute</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">International Institute of Mass Media</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Gujarat University</li>
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And the list goes on. Apart from these top Editing institutes, there are also many colleges/universities Abroad which are considered to be the best ones. So, if you want to study this finest field in foreign countries, here are some options for you:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">College of Lake County</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">University of South Wales</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Met Film School</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Columbia College Hollywood</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Chapman University</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Boston University</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">New York University</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">The University of The Arts</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">London South Bank University</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Macromedia University</li>
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Job Roles

The field of Editing aims to provide in-depth knowledge and enhance the skills of the students. To do such a task, this field presents innumerable job profiles:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Desk Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Proofreader</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Content Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">News Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Deputy Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Freelance Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Magazine Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Assistant Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Brand Editor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Book Editor</li>
</ul>

Top Recruiters

There are many recruiters from leading companies who enlist potential students in the Editorial field. Following are some Recruiters from where students can find an employment opportunity in India:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Media. Net</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Pearson India</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Wiley</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Hire Digital</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Wittypen</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Mamaearth</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Deluxe</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">LRN</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Testbook</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Republic World</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Headout</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Seeking Alpha</li>
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Salary

The salary range may vary from company to company, but the salary of an Editor is very impressive only in India.

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			Approx Rs 3,60,000
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			Mid Level Salary
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			Approx Rs 6,80,000 
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			Senior Level Salary
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			Approx Rs 10,40,000 
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<h1>Career Scope</h1>

Editors are someone who review story ideas and decide what will appeal to the audience the most. So, their major responsibility includes reading the content and editing it accordingly. Moreover, due to digitalization the demand for publishing content has increased drastically and so has the demand for editors. This career field is rising by each second.

Needless to say, this is the right time to explore this career option. If one has a zest for learning as well as a keen eye for details then this career field belongs to them. This is a right path to showcase their artistic skills along with chasing perfection. Editors can work in numerous fields and can have multiple job roles like Editorial AdvisoRs Chief EditoRs Section EditoRs Associate Editors and many more.

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