主幹
Meanings
1
chief editor; managing editor
Specifically the top editorial position at a newspaper, magazine, or publishing house.
As the chief editor of the newspaper, he bears the final responsibility for the articles.
2
Broader use for the head or manager of an organization, department, or project; less common than sense 1.
As the manager of the project, he oversees the entire team.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が主幹を務めるfor someone to serve as chief editor/manager
He serves as the chief editor of that magazine.
- 主幹に就任するto be appointed chief editor/manager
He was appointed chief editor of the newspaper company last month.
- 〈場所〉の主幹the chief editor/manager of an organization
The chief editor of this newspaper company is a well-known figure in the industry.