Content Editor, Preschool & Kids

Responsibilities: Lives out Lifeway's mission and values, showing deep commitment to Kingdom work Perform substantive editing to ensure theological accuracy, biblical fidelity, and alignment with the Baptist Faith & Message 2000 across all assigned resources Edit nuanced or doctrinally sensitive content with care, enhancing clarity, tone, structure, and instructional flow Create original content, significantly rewrite or adapt writer submissions, and contribute to outlines, teaching frameworks, and product structure Apply Lifeway style and grammar standards, make copyfitting decisions, and ensure excellence in readability and accuracy across formats Collaborate with Production Editors and designers to support high-quality, on-time delivery across print, digital, and multimedia channels Build relationships with assigned authors, contract writers, and contributors — providing constructive editorial guidance to sharpen their theological clarity and instructional effectiveness Engage with ministry leaders and church practitioners to understand audience needs, emerging trends, and real-world ministry challenges that inform editorial decisions Conduct targeted research to strengthen biblical, archaeological, theological, or contextual accuracy within resources Mentor and support other editors on editorial processes and theological alignment Participate in planning meetings, ministry conversations, and cross-team discussions to contribute editorial insight and advance divisional goals Limited travel: 2-4 times per year, typically overnight

Qualifications: Education Bachelor's degree in Education, Childhood Development, English, Biblical Studies, or a related field (required)Master's degree in Education, Theology, Biblical Studies, or a related field (preferred)Advanced graduate degree (PhD, etc.) (not required)Skills, Knowledge, & Experiences, required 3+ years of editorial or content development experience 3+ years of preschool and/or kids ministry related experience (part-time church staff, teaching ministry, volunteering or similar)Editing expertise across manuscript review, theological accuracy, and instructional design Strong editorial judgment aligned with Scripture and the Baptist Faith & Message 2000 Clear written and verbal communication when partnering with authors, contributors, and cross-functional teams Attention to detail and ability to independently manage multiple overlapping editorial projects Content creation skills including original writing, rewriting, and curriculum framework development Digital literacy and familiarity with publishing workflows across print and digital formats Actively involved in an evangelical Christian church Knowledge of Southern Baptist church culture and ministry structures Ability to travel to the Middle Tennessee area 2-4 times annually for team gatherings Skills, Knowledge, & Experiences, preferred Experience developing Bible study resources or curriculum in a ministry-focused environment Experience with publishing software (i.e. InCopy)