On-Call Assistant Copyeditor, Nonfiction
For more than 60 years, Tyndale has helped readers discover the life-giving truths of God’s Word. Today we’re one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. Though our business has grown, our mission remains the same: to open God’s Word to as many as possible in language they can relate to and understand.
What You'll Do
- Understand and apply Tyndale’s editorial procedures and style guidelines
- Communicate with the Nonfiction Team Leader regarding all work in progress, manuscript quality, and any troublesome issues that arise
- Coordinate work schedule and projects with the Nonfiction Team Leader and other members of the Nonfiction and Kids team, as directed; turn in work on or before assigned due dates; communicate fully regarding delays or needed schedule adjustments
- Prepare manuscript computer files for copyediting
- Process manuscripts on computer, entering corrections and tagging text elements in accordance with Editorial department guidelines
- Copyedit edited manuscripts, checking grammar, spelling, punctuation, accuracy of Bible quotations, form of bibliographies and notes, and consistency of style
- Proofread typeset pages for accuracy in all details
- Query the Nonfiction Team Leader or the editor, as applicable, regarding problems in content
- Proofread back cover copy, marketing copy, and other components as needed
Skills and Qualifications Needed
- College degree or relevant editorial experience
- Excellent knowledge of the English language, including grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation
- Basic and growing understanding of the complexities of writing and editing; sound editorial judgment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Skill in computer word processing
- Personal alignment with and adherence to the Bible as God’s Word, and agreement with our Statement of Faith
We estimate 15-20 hours of work per week for this role.
We want to hear more about you and why you are interested in Tyndale and this role, so we highly recommend including a cover letter.
Tyndale has been repeatedly certified as a Best Christian Workplace. Learn more about us and what we believe at www.tyndale.com/our-mission.
The hiring range for this position is $19 to $22 hourly. Actual offers will take into consideration the candidate’s education, experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, and other relevant factors. A summary of Tyndale’s comprehensive benefits is: https://www.tyndale.com/careers/.