You can get into this job through:
Web content editor roles are open to graduates of most subjects as long as you have an excellent standard of written English and good IT skills.
You might have an advantage if you study:
Entry requirements:
You could take a college course to get some of the skills you'll need as a web content editor. Courses include:
Entry requirements:
You could apply to do an apprenticeship, such as:
These usually up to 2 years to complete.
If you're aiming to become a web content manager, you could apply to do a Digital Product Owner Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship which takes 2 years.
Entry requirements:
You might be able to train on the job in a digital editorial assistant role. You could move on to become a web content editor, then web content manager as you get more experience.
You'll usually need experience in:
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently
Skills:Web content editors research, write and manage an organisation’s online content, including text, images, video and social media.
As a web content editor you could:
In a larger organisation, you might work closely with web professionals, like a user researcher and user experience (UX) designer to create new web pages, content and online tools.
Location : You could work in an office, at a client's business or from home.
With experience you could: