Editorial Coordinator - Zondervan Bibles

HarperCollins Publishers • Grand Rapids, MI

243d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Zondervan Bibles team is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and highly values diverse backgrounds and insights that fuel our innovation. Zondervan Bibles (Z Bibles) is looking for an Editorial Coordinator to join our dynamic team. Z Bibles creates Bibles in multiple formats and multiple translations, primarily the NIV, but also NIrV, NRSVue, Amplified, and NASB. This Editorial role assists the Senior Managing Editor (SME) in managing Bible reprints from start to finish. With a strong emphasis on project management, this role includes engaging with cross-functional team members frequently, meticulously tracking status and files and managing a complex set of critical details. Additionally, this role supports the editorial team in the hiring of freelancers, along with various editorial tasks as assigned. The Editorial Coordinator also provides full team support through the ongoing management of Bible catalogs and sales conference metadata. This is a hybrid position based out of our Grand Rapids, MI office.

Requirements

• Experience in publishing/editorial work preferred.
• Experience in project management preferred.
• B.A. in English, Communications, Business, or a related area.
• Clear understanding of the Christian publishing industry preferred.
• Highly organized with proven ability to manage schedules, workflows, and deadlines for multiple projects/tasks at a time.
• Strong project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication, with excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills.
• Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy in content, packaging, and marketing materials.
• Effective at coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring smooth project execution.
• Capable of managing digital assets and maintaining updated catalogs.
• Able to follow step-by-step processes while understanding overall project goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Zondervan Bibles, ZonderKidz Bibles, Global Language Bibles, and Biblica Bibles reprint correction process from beginning to end.
• Partner with the senior managing editor to ensure all data is thoroughly reviewed and updates are made in a timely, consistent, and comprehensive manner.
• Initiate/complete process for enlisting and hiring freelancers.
• Ensure Sales Conference catalog deadlines are met by assisting the SME in tracking and managing the Bible design schedule and agenda.
• Oversee the cover routing process, ensuring timely review and feedback of team members.
• Set up project records/ISBNs in MDM as assigned by the SME.
• Refresh and review HCCP Bibles Title Plan for accuracy on a weekly basis.
• Assist with scheduling Pub Cycle Forums and ensure files are posted to the Sales folders by the deadlines.
• Perform editorial operations support tasks such as format proofreading and prepress checks.
• Coordinate with Legal to ensure copyrights are obtained for assigned projects.
• Assemble the Library of Congress CIP data and manage the entire CIP application/correction and implementation process.
• Serve as a back up to the Sr. Administrative Assistant in the comp copy ordering process.
• Promptly enter DNR alerts and send out monthly OPR notices.
• Provide backup to and assist the SME in managing resources and providing accountability.
• Support and manage projects as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency while facilitating efficient workflows for marketing copy and packaging coordination.
• Help organize and manage materials for team projects, ensuring smooth workflows and accessible resources.
• Take responsibility for maintaining and updating product catalogs to ensure accuracy and usability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree