Editor

Description

The Editor position is an important role in the ICR Communications Department. As a vital member of the communications team, you will create resources for ICR, including books, magazines, devotionals, brochures and pamphlets, news articles, children’s resources, and other print and digital publications. 

The Editor will contribute in the following areas: submissions and acquisitions, digital content development, new product development, developmental and line editing, content creation, writing, marketing, copywriting, contracts, permissions, and other aspects of publishing. 

The Editor must be able to communicate complex ideas to general audiences while creating compelling and marketable content for ICR’s printed and online resources. Must have exceptional editing and writing skills.

Essential Position Functions

• Line editing and developmental editing; exceptional attention to detail
• Write original, innovative, engaging content for print communications pieces and publications, including ICR articles, books, devotionals, promotional materials, press releases, and public statements
• Create engaging copy for print ads, book covers, marketing blurbs, and other publishing promotional materials
• Assist with content management and development
• Work closely with the graphic designers to develop content storyboards and resources
• Ensure proper use of images in published materials
• Respond to permissions and interview requests
• Work with other departments within the organization to fulfill content requests; edit and review other departments’ written communications as needed
• Edit and review ICR’s printed periodicals Acts & Facts and Days of Praise
• Edit and review book manuscripts for ICR Publishing Group 
• Review submissions and communicate with authors involved in the ICR publishing process
• Edit, prepare, and schedule Creation Science Update online articles
• Provide support for communications team projects
• Other duties as assigned

Requirement

• Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with some flexibility possible
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, journalism, marketing, English, or a communications-related field
• Experience in freelance or traditional publishing
• At least three years prior communications, writing, and/or editorial experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Detail-oriented, self-starter, strong interpersonal skills, team player, able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A personable, friendly, and hospitable demeanor that is not easily offended; one that proactively pursues solutions and fosters positive working relationships
• Agreement with ICR’s core principles and mission

Additional Preferred Abilities

• Knowledge of the fundamental issues involved in the creation-evolution debate
• Experience in technical writing
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook, Adobe InDesign, Vellum
• Experience in public relations, promotions, copywriting, and marketing

To apply, email your resume and cover letter including how you found the position and your testimony of faith in Jesus Christ to jobs(at)icr.org.  In the subject line include the title of the position.