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Overview Join to apply for the Acquistions Editor, Bibles role at Tyndale House Publishers . The Bible Acquisitions team at Tyndale House Publishers plays a critical role in publishing and disseminating God’s Word around the world, increasing Bible use, and innovating Bible engagement. We are a mission-driven, collaborative, and impact-focused group, passionate about advancing God’s Kingdom through Scripture. Our work centers on serving the global church through the development of meaningful, innovative Bible products. As part of this supportive and creative team, you’ll be surrounded by people who care deeply about the gospel, one another, and the work we’ve been called to do. As Acquisitions Editor on the Bible Publishing team, you’ll help identify, acquire, and develop compelling Bible products—working with internal teams, external authors, and ministry partners. From creating new Bible concepts to refreshing existing lines, you’ll be a strategic voice in shaping the most trusted Christian Bible products in the market. Responsibilities Discover and evaluate new Bible product ideas, authors, and formats Analyze market trends and competitor offerings Develop proposals and present them to cross-functional committees Assist in contract negotiation and content planning Shepherd projects from idea to publication, aligning with editorial, production, and design Maintain clear project vision across teams and stakeholders Ensure that product timelines and budgets are met Champion key Bible sub-brands internally and externally Manage day-to-day author/partner relationships and communication Identify opportunities for brand growth and content repackaging Collaborate on messaging, fact sheets, and product positioning Support and participate in New Product Presentations at seasonal Sales Conferences Equip teams with accurate, timely product information Qualifications 2–4 years of experience in publishing, content development, product management, or a related field Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related area Theological or biblical studies training or equivalent experience preferred Strong knowledge of the Bible and interest in Scripture engagement; understanding of Bible translation a plus Familiarity with Christian publishing and the evangelical Christian market is highly preferred Clear communicator—strong written and verbal communication skills across teams and with authors Strategic thinker—able to analyze market trends and develop content that meets audience needs Creative and collaborative, with proven relational skills and a team-first mindset Detail-oriented and organized, with ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously Technically proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook; comfortable using internal data systems Process- and deadline-driven, with a self-starter mindset and commitment to excellence Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed Alignment with and adherence to the Bible as God’s Word and agreement with our Statement of Faith Employment details After an initial training period, this role is open to a hybrid work schedule, which means you'll be given the flexibility to split time between working from home and in the office. The work from home days for this team are Wednesdays and Fridays. 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. The hiring range for this position is $49K to $57K annually. 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: Seniority level Entry level Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Book and Periodical Publishing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tyndale House Publishers by 2x Get notified about new Acquisition Editor jobs in Carol Stream, IL . #J-18808-Ljbffr Tyndale House Publishers

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