Editors need knowledge in the following areas:

• English Language: The meaning and use of the English language.
• Communications and Media: How to produce written, spoken or visual media.
• Administration and Management: How to run a business or group.
• Clerical: General office work such as filling and storing information.
• Education and Training: The methods of teaching and learning.
• Customer and Personal Service: Providing special services to customers based on their needs.
• Computers and Electronics: Computer hardware and software.