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editor
A person who edits written, audio, or visual content.
編集者 refers to a person who edits publications, video, or other media. Composed of 編集 (editing) + 者 (person).
Word family
- 編集: editing (noun)
- 編集する: to edit (verb)
- 編集者: editor (person)
- 編集長: editor-in-chief
- 編集部: editorial department
Types
Usage
In casual speech, エディター (from English "editor") is sometimes used, especially in digital media contexts. 編集者 remains the standard term in publishing.
Related Words
Related:
出版社 (publisher, publishing company)
Compare:
デスク (desk)
Compare:
編纂者 (compiler)