The term "lead editor" refers to a person who is responsible for managing and overseeing the work of other editors in the production process. Full definition
He served as lead editor of the 6th, 7th, and 8th editions of The Metabolic and Molecular Bases of Inherited Disease and is currently an emeritus editor of its online edition. (ashg.org)
I started my games career in 2010 as lead editor of MMGN's PC portal — Australia's largest independent games community at the time — before moving on to write freelance for Game Informer, The Escapist, GameFront and several print publications. (surpriseattackgames.com)
We maintain an active dialogue with leading editors at large and small publishing firms, and seek to achieve the best match for our clients, one based not only on financial criteria, but with careful consideration to the overall fit for the author. (publishersmarketplace.com)