Editing and Research Coordinator

Word on Fire; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 50,013 - 60,005; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-from-home Wednesdays

Robust benefits package

Paid parental leaves at 100% base salary

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Word on Fire is hiring an Editing and Research Coordinator to facilitate collaboration across various media platforms. The role involves reaching out to writers, conducting research, and crafting engaging content. Candidates should possess strong writing and editing skills and a relevant degree.

This full-time position is based in Elk Grove Village, IL, offering competitive compensation and generous benefits including work-from-home options and comprehensive insurance packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in English, writing, journalism, or theology.
• Strong experience with writing and editing.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Editor-in-Chief with research and outreach to high level writers.
• Cultivate relationships with leaders in Catholic and non-Catholic media.
• Write for the E & C Journal and for E & C Online.

Skills

Writing and editing

Time management

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or theology

Tools

Google Docs/Slides/Spreadsheets

Monday.com

Job description

Editing and Research Coordinator

Reports to Editor in Chief of Evangelization & Culture

Word on Fire Catholic Ministries is a nonprofit global media apostolate that supports the work of Bishop Robert Barron and reaches millions of people to draw them into—or back to—the Catholic faith.

The Editing and Research Coordinator would report directly to the Editor-in-Chief of E & C and collaborate in special work across the three branches of Evangelization & Culture (online, journal, and podcast). This will include research on topics and writers, writing, coordinating and communicating to advance the Word on Fire ethos and bring Christ to a hungry culture.

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

Ethos Crafting & Relationship Building

• Assisting Editor-in-Chief with research and outreach to high level writers, speakers, thinkers for the Journal, Podcast, & with some contributions to E & C Online (to bring each to the next level)
• Foster professional relationships and create efficient processes for connecting (personal outreach), gifting (e.g., journal, book, Bible, etc.), and recruiting high level writers and guests while continuing to cultivate these ongoing relationships
• Cultivate relationships with other leaders in the Catholic (e.g., First Things , The Pillar , Catholic World Report ) and non-Catholic media (e.g., National Review , The Free Press , Commentary , WSJ ) with whom we could publish, ally, and collaborate
• Periodically organize the integration of high level recruits into marquee spots on E & C Online with the Senior Digital Manager
• Work with internal social media and marketing teams on the efficient, effective publicizing and distributing of high level guest essays, journals, and podcasts

The College Beat

• Assist Editor-in-Chief with topic selection, recruitment of writers, expansion of outreach, editing, and publicity of The College Beat
• Research topics and younger writers/podcast guests for E & C Online, Journal, and Podcast to cultivate a rolling vanguard of young Catholic evangelists
• Cultivate select nationwide (and international) relationships with university officials, professors, Newman Centers, and Catholic universities where Editor-in-Chief and others could speak and form enthusiastic Catholics (and Word on Fire aficionados)
• Research and recommend ways for college students to access the Institute and Journal at affordable prices (including getting the Journal into college libraries)

Creative Contribution

• Write for the E & C Journal and for E & C Online (as needed)
• Collaborate with E & C Podcast for guest outreach including but not limited to recruitment, communication and follow ups

Daily Operations

• Assist Editor-in-Chief with obtaining copyright permissions, making writer payments, sending thank you emails, organizing meetings, spreadsheet/Monday board organization, schedule management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, writing, journalism, or theology
• Strong experience with writing and editing
• Strong time management and organizational skills

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in writing and editing with a rootedness in Theology, Philosophy, or English
  • Proficient in Chicago Manual of Style
  • Strong critical thinking skills to synthesize complex information into clear, concise briefs for the editorial team
  • Skilled with Google docs/slide/spreadsheets and Monday.com
  • Familiarity with the work of Bishop Robert Barron and Word on Fire

  Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment which involves frequent motions of the hands and wrists
  • Ability to work in an open-office environment with moderate noise levels (e.g., computers, printers, conversations/calls, and light traffic)
  • Must be able to inspect documents, view computer screens for extended periods, and navigate software interfaces to perform duties as assigned
  • Frequent communication with internal and external partners; must be able to exchange accurate information both verbally and in writing, requiring clear speech and ability to hear or understand verbal communication

  Compensation and Benefits

  The estimated base pay range for this position is $27.48- $32.97 hourly (equivalent to $50,013.60 - $60,005.40 annually, based on a 35-hour, full-time work week). Word on Fire determines individual compensation on several factors, including but not limited to, experience, skills, alignment with the role’s responsibilities, and geographic location. This role may be eligible for annual merit increases based on individual performance.

  Word on Fire also offers its team members a robust benefits package that includes:

  • Work-from-home Wednesdays and up to 20 additional work-from-home days throughout the year
  • Several 100% Word on Fire-paid insurance benefits: life, short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Other insurance benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
  • A retirement plan with a 3% target employer contribution
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Paid parental leaves at 100% of base salary
  • Access to Word on Fire’s incredible wealth of content and resources and more!

  Word on Fire is founded upon and intent on prioritizing its Catholic religious mission and principles above all else. Word on Fire's religious mission may therefore require that it make employment decisions based on an individual's religion and adherence to the principles of the Catholic Church.