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Editorial career resources
For editors, proofreaders, and aspiring editorial professionals. Real salary data, what employers are testing for, and how to prepare.
2026 Salary Data
Median pay for copy editors, proofreaders, managing editors, and senior editorial roles across the US, UK, and Canada.
Prepare for an Assessment
What to expect if an employer asks you to take an EditingTests.com assessment. Sample questions, scoring, and prep tips.
Building Your Portfolio
What to include, how to present before/after work, and how to protect client confidentiality.
In-Demand Skills
What hiring managers are actually testing for in 2026 — beyond "good grammar."
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Career Paths
From junior copy editor to editor-in-chief — typical progressions, lateral moves, and freelance transitions.
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