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The primary qualifications for becoming a development editor are a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and some experience helping make manuscripts more marketable. In this context, manuscript usually refers to books, but development editors can also work with other types of products. This job also requires some time flexibility because editors often work together with writers and provide line-level feedback and support. Since authors do not always write and edit on a predictable schedule, this job may require far more flexibility in your schedule than many other positions. Fulfilling the responsibilities and duties of a development editor requires writing skills, interpersonal skills, incredible attention to detail, and familiarity with what helps books sell better.

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  • Developmental Editor

    Salary range: $44,500 - $82,500

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  • Developmental Editing

    Salary range: $44,500 - $82,500

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  • Manuscript Editing

    Salary range: $57,000 - $71,000

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  • Romance Publishing

    Salary range: $42,000 - $54,500

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  • Audio Book Editor

    Salary range: $58,000 - $60,000

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  • Peer Editor

    Salary range: $44,500 - $82,500

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  • History Editor

    Salary range: $50,000 - $72,500

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  • Freelance Book Indexing

    Salary range: $50,500 - $128,500

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  • Freelance Development Editor

    Salary range: $57,500 - $97,000

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  • Junior Editor Publishing

    Salary range: $44,500 - $82,500

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