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Editor-in-chief
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<p>An editor-in-chief (EIC), also known as lead editor or chief editor, is a publication's <a href="/facts/Editing/rvWSAjD0">editorial</a> leader who has final responsibility for its operations and policies. The editor-in-chief heads all departments of the organization and is held accountable for delegating tasks to staff members and managing them. The term is often used at <a href="/facts/Newspaper/q4waJGVL">newspapers</a>, <a href="/facts/Magazine/4CPK1emz">magazines</a>, <a href="/facts/Yearbook/45Feznpm">yearbooks</a>, and <a href="/facts/Television_news/XfsX2zDC">television news</a> programs. The editor-in-chief is commonly the link between the publisher or proprietor and the editorial staff. </p>