Senior Writer and Editor, Liahona Magazine (Content Planner 3)
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Job Description
Come join us for an incredible opportunity to help Heavenly Father's children build their faith in Jesus Christ. In this role in the Priesthood and Family Department, you’ll be an integral part of a dynamic team that creates and publishes inspirational messages for members of the Church around the world. Your primary responsibility will be to coordinate the creation and publishing of engaging multimedia content to be sent to member audiences.
As part of the Liahona team, you’ll develop and refine long-form, enterprise-style magazine articles, packages, and series that explore complex themes, issues, and challenges relevant to the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, the Church, and its global audience. You’ll collaborate with a team of skilled professionals to ensure content is engaging, accurate, doctrinally sound, and aligned with the mission of the Church and the teachings of Jesus Christ. We’re excited to welcome you into this warm, friendly, and professional environment, where you can make a real difference in the lives of others worldwide.
Responsibilities
Help prepare and publish inspirational messages for various platforms, including Liahona, Facebook, Instagram, email, the Gospel Library app, and more.
Research, write, and edit compelling magazine articles that resonate with a diverse readership.
Dive deep into doctrinal research to accurately present gospel principles.
Conduct insightful interviews leading to meaningful storytelling.
Handle time-sensitive assignments at a moment’s notice.
Analyze and interpret complex themes and issues facing the Church and its members.
Edit submitted content and work with authors to ready articles for publication.
Collaborate with designers, photographers, and other editorial staff to produce high-quality content in an omnichannel approach.
Mentor, encourage, and lead interns and other employees.
Uphold editorial standards and maintain the voice and purpose of Liahona and the Church.
Consult with General Authorities, General Officers, area staffs, and representatives from Church departments to help create content that aligns with the Church\'s strategies and standards.
Assist in the development and implementation of content strategy for current and developing products.
Take on temporary management responsibilities as needed.
You’ll work closely with critical partners, including division and department leaders, support staff, General Officers, product managers, subject-matter experts, and representatives from Church departments. Your guidance and support will assist them in aligning their content with the overarching content strategy of the Church.
Qualifications
Content planners typically have more than 8 years of professional experience plus an advanced degree or equivalent education; excellent written and oral communication skills; and the ability to lead ongoing projects.
Print and digital journalism experience is a plus.
An understanding and familiarity with Chicago style is helpful.
Must be able to thrive under and adhere to deadlines.
Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and a testimony of His restored gospel are essential.
Benefits Church employment offers an industry-leading benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, 12 paid days off for holidays each year, leadership development, and an employee assistance program. The Church Office Building on Temple Square has an onsite cafeteria and a fitness center. Discounted UTA passes are available for public transportation.
By joining our team, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the creation and distribution of multimedia content that resonates with individuals worldwide. Together, we will inspire and uplift our audience while upholding the values and mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
About Us Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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Responsibilities
Help prepare and publish inspirational messages for various platforms, including Liahona, Facebook, Instagram, email, the Gospel Library app, and more.
Research, write, and edit compelling magazine articles that resonate with a diverse readership.
Dive deep into doctrinal research to accurately present gospel principles.
Conduct insightful interviews leading to meaningful storytelling.
Handle time-sensitive assignments at a moment’s notice.
Analyze and interpret complex themes and issues facing the Church and its members.
Edit submitted content and work with authors to ready articles for publication.
Collaborate with designers, photographers, and other editorial staff to produce high-quality content in an omnichannel approach.
Mentor, encourage, and lead interns and other employees.
Uphold editorial standards and maintain the voice and purpose of Liahona and the Church.
Consult with General Authorities, General Officers, area staffs, and representatives from Church departments to help create content that aligns with the Church\'s strategies and standards.
Assist in the development and implementation of content strategy for current and developing products.
Take on temporary management responsibilities as needed.
You’ll work closely with critical partners, including division and department leaders, support staff, General Officers, product managers, subject-matter experts, and representatives from Church departments. Your guidance and support will assist them in aligning their content with the overarching content strategy of the Church.
Qualifications
Content planners typically have more than 8 years of professional experience plus an advanced degree or equivalent education; excellent written and oral communication skills; and the ability to lead ongoing projects.
Print and digital journalism experience is a plus.
An understanding and familiarity with Chicago style is helpful.
Must be able to thrive under and adhere to deadlines.
Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and a testimony of His restored gospel are essential.
Benefits Church employment offers an industry-leading benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, 12 paid days off for holidays each year, leadership development, and an employee assistance program. The Church Office Building on Temple Square has an onsite cafeteria and a fitness center. Discounted UTA passes are available for public transportation.
By joining our team, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the creation and distribution of multimedia content that resonates with individuals worldwide. Together, we will inspire and uplift our audience while upholding the values and mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
About Us Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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