Nonfiction Copyeditor & Bible-Editorial Specialist

Tyndale House Publishers; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Tyndale House Publishers is seeking a diligent Nonfiction Editorial Copyeditor in Carol Stream, IL. You will copyedit manuscripts for accuracy, grammar, and Bible quotations, and guide freelance editors to maintain quality and schedule. You’ll also coordinate with the Nonfiction Team Leader and contribute to in-house projects.

The role requires strong editorial skills, a deep knowledge of Scripture, and a commitment to Biblical truth. A cover letter is encouraged. Hiring range: $21–$24 hourly.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent editorial experience.
• Excellent command of the English language — grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation.
• Sound editorial judgment and a growing understanding of the complexities of writing and editing.
• Thorough knowledge of the Bible and a growing understanding of evangelical Christian thought.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer word-processing skills for working in digital manuscript files.
• Attentive to detail while keeping the whole book in view.
• Diligent, self-disciplined, organized, proactive, and productive.
• Excellent relational skills, able to navigate conflict and make decisions with confidence.
• Personal maturity, a desire to serve others, and an appetite for learning new editorial skills.
• Personal alignment with and adherence to the Bible as God's Word, and agreement with our Statement of Faith.

Responsibilities

• Copyedit nonfiction manuscripts for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and consistency of style, verifying Bible quotations and the form of bibliographies and notes.
• Query editors when content raises questions.
• Assign copyediting and proofreading work to freelancers, review their collated manuscripts, give clear feedback, and track performance in the Freelance Management System.
• Proofread and check corrections on galley proofs and page proofs, plus back cover copy, marketing copy, newsletters, and other in-house projects.
• Prepare manuscript files for copyediting, enter corrections and tag text elements to department guidelines, complete transmittal forms, and deliver files ready for the next stage.
• Coordinate your work plan with the Nonfiction Team Leader and the wider team, meet assigned due dates, and communicate early about delays or needed schedule changes.
• Be a resource others can rely on — answer nonfiction publishing questions from in-house staff and customers, contribute in department and team meetings, and pitch in on team projects as needs arise.

Skills

Excellent command of English

Editorial judgment

Bible knowledge

Excellent communication

Word-processing skills

Attention to detail

Organized and proactive

Relationship skills

Maturity and service mindset

Alignment with Statement of Faith

Education

College degree or equivalent editorial experience

Tools

Microsoft Word (Word processing)

Job description

Tyndale House Publishers is seeking a diligent Nonfiction Editorial Copyeditor in Carol Stream, IL. You will copyedit manuscripts for accuracy, grammar, and Bible quotations, and guide freelance editors to maintain quality and schedule. You’ll also coordinate with the Nonfiction Team Leader and contribute to in-house projects.

The role requires strong editorial skills, a deep knowledge of Scripture, and a commitment to Biblical truth. A cover letter is encouraged. Hiring range: $21–$24 hourly.