The phrase "editor role" refers to a position or job where a person is responsible for reviewing, checking, and improving written or visual content before it is published or presented to others. Full definition
Since they don't function as an agent or an acquisitions editor their role instead is to coach aspiring authors about the process of writing a book. (greenapron.com)
The traditional publishing house editor roles don't exist there. (greybeardwriting.com)
Consequently, Schwarzenegger relinquished the executive editor role in 2005. (fitnessandpower.com)