Content Editor, Bible Publishing | Remote

Lifeway is seeking a Content Editor. The Content Editor  for Bibles & Reference is responsible for editing Bibles and Bible reference books and ensuring the theological integrity of content. Contributes commentary, content and translation support to authors and partners across Lifeway. 

Why Lifeway? 

Lifeway is a place where you can bring your faith and work experience to join in the most important mission in the world: making disciples of Jesus Christ. Whether you’re a creator or storyteller, data guru or problem-solver, or anywhere in between, if you’re passionate about serving the church, we have a place for you. Lifeway has a strong Work from Anywhere (WFA) culture that is deeply focused on our mission and values. While headquartered in Nashville, TN, many of our positions are remote-eligible and have autonomy and flexibility with work hours. We provide equipment and resources to ensure team members have access to a productive and ergonomic workspace. We believe building relationships and community is essential to how we work together, so Lifeway hosts all-team meetings several times per year and provides travel for key team gatherings for remote-based team members. Full-time employees are eligible for enrollment in our comprehensive benefits plans including healthcare, vacation and sick time, holiday pay, care days, 401(k) plan, maternity and paternity leave, adoption assistance, mission trip time, and more. If this sounds like a place where you would be excited to serve the kingdom of God, we would love for you to join our team.

Learn more about our culture at team.lifeway.com/culture-code 

This is a remote position in the U.S. with occasional travel to Nashville for in-person team gatherings. #LI-Remote 

• Lives out Lifeway’s mission and values, showing deep commitment to Kingdom work
• Reviews and edits Bibles, commentary, and reference books to ensure theological alignment, logical flow, biblical and historical accuracy. Contributes commentary, content and translation support to authors to help structure manuscripts. Capable of rewriting original manuscript submission to be consistent with original concept. 
• Support and supplement the development of Bibles and commentaries by contributing to vision casting and concept development. Cultivates relationships with acquired authors and contributors to strengthen partnerships and productivity. 
• Manage projects, timelines, assignments, duties and progress to ensure that key stakeholder commitments are fulfilled by critical deadlines. 
• Contribute to internal committees, cross-functional projects and represents Lifeway at industry, denominational and public events.   

Education

• Graduate Degree - Biblical Studies, Greek and Hebrew translations 

Skills, Knowledge, & Experiences, required

• Editing - 3 yrs
• Project coordination - 3 yrs
• Hebrew, Greek, translation theory and exegesis - 3 yr
• Project Coordination - Intermediate 
• Written and Verbal Communication - Intermediate 
• Editing and Proofreading - Advanced 
• Knowledge of Bible Translation and Theology - Advanced 
• Relationship Building and Networking - Intermediate 
• Organizational Skills - Intermediate 
• Team Collaboration - Intermediate 
• Digital Literacy - Intermediate 
• Customer Focus - Intermediate 
• Hebrew and Greek Translation Theory - Advanced 

Actively involved in an evangelical Christian church

Skills, Knowledge, & Experiences, preferred 

• Limited Travel (2-4 times/yr)
• Must be active in/attend a local Christian church. SBC Required