The Daily Grace Co. · 3 months ago
Editorial Assistant
The Daily Grace Co. is a Christian publishing company, and they are seeking an Editorial Assistant to provide essential administrative, editorial, and organizational support to the Editorial Director and the broader editorial team. This role involves managing communications, organizing schedules, taking meeting notes, reviewing submissions, and assisting with content development to ensure projects move smoothly through the publishing process.
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Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to the Editorial Director and editors, including scheduling, filing, and correspondence
Prepare agendas, record meeting minutes, and track action items for editorial meetings and cross-department check-ins
Maintain editorial calendars, deadlines, and project documents within ClickUp and other systems
Support coordination of product timelines, ensuring all tasks and milestones are current and accurate
Assist editors in preparing manuscripts for review, formatting documents, and tracking edits throughout the developmental, theological, and copyediting stages
Proofread and edit materials as assigned to support editorial quality
Support metadata and product setup by gathering and organizing key information for marketing and design teams
Help manage version control for manuscripts, ensuring accuracy across drafts
Read and evaluate submissions under the guidance of editors and the Editorial Director, providing summaries or recommendations
Conduct basic theological or market research to support new projects or proposals
Maintain awareness of current trends and voices within Christian publishing to support the team’s acquisition and development goals
Liaise with design, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure timely movement of manuscripts and materials through each production stage
Assist in preparing and sharing materials for marketing campaigns, launch meetings, and internal briefings
Communicate clearly and proactively across departments to support smooth handoffs and eliminate bottlenecks
Participate in team training, workshops, and theological development sessions to grow in editorial skill and biblical understanding
Learn and apply TDGC’s editorial process, brand voice, and standards of excellence
Seek feedback and actively pursue professional growth within the editorial track
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Theology, or related field required
Excellent organizational and administrative skills with a strong attention to detail
Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain professionalism across departments
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with composure and flexibility
A willingness to learn and grow in editorial craft, project coordination, and theological understanding
Alignment with TDGC's mission, doctrinal statement, and brand voice (Sage archetype: wisdom, clarity, transformation)
Preferred
1–2 years of experience in an editorial, publishing, administrative, or related role preferred
Passion for books, Christian publishing, and the mission of The Daily Grace Co
Basic familiarity with publishing or editing standards; knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style preferred
Benefits
Full insurance package including health, dental, vision, basic life, and disability.
Paid time off to volunteer with your favorite organization
Annual raises and profit sharing based on company profitability and personal performance
Three Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation)
Thirteen paid holidays
Annual employee celebration PTO for birthday and anniversary milestones
401(K) Retirement Eligibility
Free company product + employee discounts!
$1,000 annual match to a charity of your choice! *upon approval
Up to one week of paid leave for an International Mission Trip