On-Call Assistant Copyeditor, Spanish

Tyndale House Publishers - Carol Stream, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Carol Stream, IL

Publishing Industries

About the position

Tyndale House Publishers is seeking an On-Call Assistant Copyeditor for Spanish literature, particularly focusing on producing Spanish Bibles and Christian books. This role is pivotal in ensuring the quality and accuracy of manuscripts and typeset pages, contributing to literature that has a spiritual impact on readers' lives. The ideal candidate will be part of a talented editorial team, dedicated to upholding the standards of excellence in publishing. The responsibilities include meticulous copyediting of manuscripts, proofreading typeset pages, and ensuring that all content aligns with the high standards expected by Tyndale House. The candidate should embody qualities such as diligence, self-discipline, organization, attention to detail, collaboration, and productivity, which are essential for success in this position. Candidates must possess a strong educational background, either through a college degree or equivalent editorial experience. A deep understanding of both English and Spanish languages is crucial, including grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation. Excellent oral and written communication skills are mandatory, along with proficient computer skills. The role requires editorial judgment and a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in writing, translating, editing, and proofreading. Additionally, candidates should have a strong knowledge of the Bible and evangelical Christian thought, as this aligns with the mission of Tyndale House Publishers. It is also necessary for candidates to sign Tyndale's Statement of Faith, reflecting the organization's values and beliefs. To apply, candidates must submit a cover letter detailing their fit for the mission of Tyndale House, along with writing samples in both English and Spanish, each a minimum of 200 words. Selected candidates will be required to pass a Spanish/English editorial test prior to the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Copyedit manuscripts to ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to style guidelines.
• Proofread typeset pages for accuracy and consistency in text and formatting.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to maintain high standards of quality in published materials.
• Review and provide feedback on translations to ensure fidelity to the original text.
• Ensure that all content aligns with Tyndale's mission and values.

Requirements

• College graduate or equivalent editorial experience.
• Excellent knowledge of English and Spanish languages, including grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills for editing and proofreading tasks.
• Editorial judgment and knowledge of writing, translating, editing, and proofreading complexities.
• Strong knowledge of the Bible and evangelical Christian thought.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in publishing or editorial roles within a Christian context.
• Familiarity with various styles of writing and editing for different audiences.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful literature with spiritual impact.
• Collaborative work environment with a talented editorial team.