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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for cookbook editor in the United States is $64,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges a Cookbook Editor faces in their daily work?

Cookbook Editors often encounter challenges such as ensuring technical accuracy in recipes, maintaining clear and consistent formatting, and adapting culinary language for readers of varying skill levels. Balancing creativity with editorial standards and managing tight publishing deadlines can also be demanding. Editors frequently need to collaborate closely with writers, chefs, food photographers, and design professionals to bring each project to completion. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong communication, organization, and a flexible approach to problem-solving.

What does a Cookbook Editor do?

A Cookbook Editor oversees the development, writing, and organization of a cookbook to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency. They collaborate with authors, chefs, and publishers to refine recipes, edit content, and maintain a cohesive style. Their role also includes verifying measurements, testing recipes for accuracy, and ensuring proper formatting. Additionally, they may provide feedback on images and layout to enhance readability and visual appeal.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cookbook Editor position, and why are they important?

A Cookbook Editor should have a solid background in editing, a keen eye for detail, and expertise in culinary terminology, often supported by a degree in English, Journalism, or culinary arts. Familiarity with publishing software like Adobe InDesign, recipe management platforms, and style guides (such as The Chicago Manual of Style) is valuable. Excellent communication, creativity, and project management skills help editors collaborate effectively with authors, chefs, and design teams. These abilities are crucial for maintaining high editorial standards and producing polished, user-friendly cookbooks that appeal to target audiences.

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Marketing Intern

Marketing Intern

The Intellectual Property Corporation

Van Nuys, CA

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Company Description

The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC) is an Emmy-winning IP creation and production studio based in Van Nuys, California. Founded in 2016, IPC develops and produces a wide range of television, film, documentary, and interactive mobile content.
Project Foodie -- IPC's culinary media vertical -- launched the only all-in-one video cookbook in the form of a mobile app and website, powered by fun and easy real-time chef-guided videos that users cook along with from start to finish. It unlocks the secrets of cooking and the kitchen for aspiring cooks of all skill levels. Uniting two unique skill sets, Project Foodie represents the shared vision of brothers Eli Holzman and Daniel Holzman. Eli is the creator of Project Runway, an Emmy Award-winner for Undercover Boss and Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath, while Daniel is an award-winning chef, cookbook author, and founder of The Meatball Shop.

Job Description

As Project Foodie continues to expand, we're looking for an Editorial Intern to join our lifestyle and culture content team three days a week. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in all things editorial, a love for cooking, and an exceptional attention to detail. We're dedicated to producing original web content, social stories, and videos about the topics our foodie community cares about: products, recipes, culinary trends, and pop culture. We want to take educational information and package it in an approachable, fun and entertaining way.

Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

The intern will assist in the day-to-day editorial and marketing operations of Project Foodie by:
Producing posts

Pitch stories, report and write them alongside our Chef Daniel Holzman

Help senior content creator with research and learn from them

Work with Chef Holzman on features he is writing

Create marketing copy for social media platforms

Writing descriptions and stories to compliment our video content

Ideating copy for community newsletters

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Fact-checking

Pitch video content ideas

Create copy for in-network and out-of-network promotional content

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's or Master's degree currently in progress or recently graduated in Journalism or Marketing or related Proficiency in pitching, writing and editing articles

Experience with social media and blogging platforms

Exceptional interpersonal, collaboration, presentation and communication skills

A sense of humor

Interest in food and cooking

Self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit

Proficiency in Photoshop and Adobe Suite preferred

SEO experience is a plus

Additional Information

This is a PAID internship 20-30 hours per week in Van Nuys, CA.

Start Date - January 2019 

End Date - May 2019 

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