At Work Editors work for publishing firms, magazines, journals, newspapers, and radio and television networks and stations, and for companies and government departments that produce publications. They may also be self-employed. This occupation also includes advertising editors, art editors, news editors, photo editors and production editors. Education, Training and Experience Editors usually require a bachelor's degree in journalism, English, French or a related discipline.
Many recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree.
They usually must have several years' experience in journalism, writing, publishing or a related field. The proportion of self-employed workers in this occupation has increased significantly over the last ten years. The proportion of women in this occupation has increased significantly over the last ten years. This rate is among the highest for professional occupations. Over the next five years, this outlook is not expected to change, as the number of job openings is expected to be matched by the number of qualified job seekers.