Remote Acquisitions Editor for Christian Publishing

LifeWay Christian Resources

Nashville (TN)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Lifeway Christian Resources is seeking an Acquisitions Editor for B&H Academic to identify, develop, and champion biblically faithful resources for the local church. You will build relationships with authors and literary agents, evaluate proposals for theological integrity and market potential, and guide projects from concept to contract execution.

This remote US role with occasional travel to Nashville offers a platform to shape Lifeway's editorial list and collaborate with cross-functional

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Theological Studies, or related field required.
M.Div or MA in English, Communications, Journalism, Theological Studies, or related field required.
PhD or PhD in progress strongly preferred.
Relationship building with authors, literary agents, and ministry contacts.
Manuscript and proposal evaluation for theological accuracy, market viability, and editorial fit.
Working knowledge of CMOS and SBL style guides.
Contract review and licensing/rights understanding.
Travel availability 4–6 times per year for team meetings/events.

Responsibilities

Identify and pursue authors and book proposals that align with the product line's publishing vision and priorities.
Serve as primary contact for incoming proposal submissions, responding promptly and professionally to authors and literary agents.
Develop original book concepts and present ideas to prospective authors to shape new projects.
Evaluate proposals for theological alignment, market viability, and fit within the product line.
Prepare and present proposals at Pub Board meetings and create deal memo summaries.
Negotiate contract terms with authors and literary agents in accordance with publishing guidelines.
Review outlines, sample chapters, and full manuscripts for structure, clarity, concept, style, and readability; assist authors in refining their work.
Ensure all published content reflects theological accuracy and alignment with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
Champion acquired titles internally by representing books at sales conferences and collaborating with Marketing and Production teams.
Monitor production schedules and budgets for assigned titles, adjusting plans in consultation with the broader team.