Remote Editorial Manager Jobs

Remote editorial manager jobs are open across the U.S. in publishing, media, content marketing, and SaaS, at remote-first companies and distributed teams that need someone to lead editorial strategy, manage writers, and keep content pipelines moving. Employers hiring remotely right now include eBay, Cengage, and Collectors. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employereBay
Top credentialBachelor of Science
Companies hiring5

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Collectors
Brand Editorial Manager, Trading Cards
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Brand Editorial Manager, Trading Cards
Collectors
Santa Ana, California
Brand & Social Media
Content Marketing
Social Media Management
$111k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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eBay
Photography & Editorial Manager
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eBay
Added 1mo ago
Photography & Editorial Manager
eBay
Runnemede, New Jersey
Business Operations
Marketing
Product Management
Project & Program Management
$87k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Cengage
Sr Editorial Manager for Business Disciplines (Remote)
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Cengage
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Sr Editorial Manager for Business Disciplines (Remote)
Cengage
Ohio
Business Operations
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$77k - $123k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Alliant Credit Union
Manager Editorial Content
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Alliant Credit Union
Added 2mo ago
Manager Editorial Content
Alliant Credit Union
Chicago, Illinois
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$95k - $163k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in communications
501-1,000

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Abuse Refuge Org
Editorial Manager (Volunteer/Remote)
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Abuse Refuge Org
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Editorial Manager (Volunteer/Remote)
Abuse Refuge Org
Westerville, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in journalism

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Remote Editorial Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

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What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote editorial manager jobs.

  • Five or more years of editorial, content, or journalism experience with at least two in a management role
  • Proven ability to lead and develop a team of writers, editors, or content strategists
  • Strong command of AP Style, Chicago Manual of Style, or a house style equivalent
  • Experience building and managing editorial calendars across multiple content channels
  • Proficiency with content management systems such as WordPress, Contentful, or Adobe Experience Manager
  • Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field

Tips for Your Remote Editorial Manager Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote editorial manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.

Show your async editorial process clearly

Remote editorial managers live in shared docs, project management tools like Asana or Notion, and comment threads. Name these tools in your resume and describe how you use them to keep writers on deadline without real-time meetings.

Build a portfolio around editorial outcomes

Remote employers want evidence you can run a content operation independently. Include editorial calendars you've built, style guides you've written, and results from content you've managed, such as traffic growth, publication volume, or audience engagement.

Prepare for remote interview scenarios

Remote editorial manager interviews frequently include scenarios about managing missed deadlines, giving written feedback to writers you've never met, and maintaining content quality without in-person collaboration. Prepare specific examples from past remote or distributed work.

Remote Editorial Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote editorial manager job?

Remote editorial managers are hired by remote-first media companies, SaaS content teams, digital publishers, and distributed marketing organizations that need someone who can lead without in-person oversight. Employers screen for strong asynchronous communication, the ability to manage writers across time zones, and editorial judgment that doesn't require constant check-ins. A portfolio showing content strategy, editorial calendars, and measurable content outcomes gives you a clear edge.

Which companies hire remote editorial managers?

Companies hiring remote editorial managers right now include eBay, Cengage, and Collectors, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first media companies, SaaS brands with content-driven growth strategies, and distributed publishing teams across technology, healthcare, and financial services are among the most consistent hirers of this role.

Can you get a remote editorial manager job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level editorial manager roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person guidance. Digital-native startups and content agencies are more open to candidates earlier in their careers. Showing a freelance editorial portfolio, experience managing a small team of writers, or published content strategy work can substitute for a traditional management title.

Do you need a degree for remote editorial manager jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers weigh editorial judgment, writing quality, and demonstrated ability to manage content teams over a specific degree. A background in journalism, communications, or English helps, but a strong portfolio of edited work, measurable content results, and experience coordinating writers often carries more weight than the credential itself.

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