Senior Editor, Renew Team (Hybrid)

Overview
The Renew Team is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and highly values diverse backgrounds and insights that fuel our innovation.

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to infuse your sharp editorial skills into the Christian publishing world with the world’s leading Christian publisher, HarperCollins Christian Publishing.

We’re seeking a passionate, forward‑thinking

Visionary Senior Editor

to join our innovative Renew division. This is a rare opportunity to bring your sharp editorial vision and creative instincts into the heart of the

Christian publishing industry , where your work will directly impact the creation and revitalization of powerful books that reach new readers and deepen spiritual journeys.

If you’re the kind of editor who doesn’t just polish words but sees the potential in them — someone who can reimagine content, spot market opportunities, and craft books that truly matter — we want to talk to you. You’ll collaborate closely with senior editors and the publisher to strategically build title plans that deliver both strong fiscal results and life‑changing Christian products.

What You’ll Do

Drive Impactful Storytelling

Build Lasting Relationships

Master Project & Production Excellence

Contribute Creatively

Shape the Future of Christian Content

The ideal candidate is organized, detail‑oriented, and skilled at managing multiple projects and deadlines. A strong interest in books and publishing is essential, and familiarity with the Christian book market is a plus.

This is more than an editing job — it’s a chance to leave your mark on the Christian publishing world, partner with gifted authors, and help deliver books that matter for eternity while driving Renew’s continued success.

Our preference is to fill this position in Nashville, TN but we are also open to qualified candidates that are located outside of the Nashville area. Travel may be required based on the need of the business.

Responsibilities
Editorial and Author Relations

Actively participate in regular editorial/team meetings

Work with authors and agents to secure permissions, releases, and endorsements, as needed, and obtains approval for text design, copyediting, cover design, and cover copy

Provide necessary support to the editorial team on front list manuscripts through production all the way to delivery of final files to the printer

Build and maintain trustworthy relationships with authors and agents

Select and manage freelancers when necessary

Assist with the catalog copy process (metadata) and back‑ad process, including reviewing, proofing, editing, routing, and BISAC process

Project Management

Review project list throughout the year, research potential projects, and schedule repacks and updated editions

Revitalize up to 12 titles annually, working with authors and internal publishing imprints

Provide valuable editorial insights that influence decision making and ideation

Implement edits on manuscripts as requested, and review for accuracy

Coordinate with sales, operations, and publishers for approvals

Ensure projects are delivered on schedule

Drive a consistent, prompt publishing pipeline

Research

Spot market trends and comprehend readers' needs

Generate ideas for proprietary books and brands

Research competing/comparable titles

Qualifications
Knowledge:

We're seeking a senior editor with a strong grasp of the Chicago Manual of Style and flawless English. A keen eye for spotting errors and profound understanding of the book editing process will be beneficial. Familiarity with the Christian Writer’s Manual of Style is helpful.

Work Experience:

Minimum 5 years’ editorial experience, preferably in trade book publishing. Experience in the book publishing industry, with a focus on Christian trade publishing, is preferred. Knowledge of key authors and ministries in the Christian space is a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field is required. A working understanding of Biblical teaching or Theology would be a great advantage.

Industry Knowledge:

Keeps up with trends in the publishing industry. Working knowledge of the trade book market, leading authors and agents is required. Experience serving the Christian market in publishing or related field, strongly preferred. Attuned to doctrinal landscape of the Christian market, preferred.

Skills:

Ability to cordially work in harmony with authors, vendors, imprint editors, production, and marketing

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills

Excellent editing skills, with an understanding of the copyediting and proofreading process

A knack for juggling multiple projects and meeting deadlines within budget

Ability to anticipate needs, plan ahead, and effectively encourage planning ahead

Capability to realize and articulate convincing new product ideas

An eye for identifying market trends and reader needs

Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines successfully and within budget.

Ability to evaluate and conceive worthwhile product ideas

Innovation, relational and creativity skills are crucial for success

Ability to identify or recognize market trends and felt needs in the market

Ability to articulate in writing and speech a convincing case for new products

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and intermediate skill set of Adobe products

Ability to quickly learn and use electronic databases and new software applications; maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies

Working understanding of AI programs is helpful

HarperCollins Christian Publishing is an equal opportunity employer.

HarperCollins Christian Publishing is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at TalentManagement@harpercollins.com. Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests.

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