Tyndale House Publishers · 1 week ago
Chief Publishing Officer (CPO)
Carol Stream,IL,US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$190K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expTyndale House Publishers is one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers, dedicated to sharing the truths of God’s Word. The Chief Publishing Officer (CPO) is responsible for overseeing all content acquisitions, ensuring alignment with the company’s mission and values, while driving innovation and strategic growth in publishing.
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Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and direction for the publishing program, ensuring alignment with the organization’s Christian mission and values
Develop and execute a multi-year content strategy that balances ministry impact, financial profitability, and market opportunity
Lead innovation in publishing formats (print and digital) to reach new and unique audiences
Discover new publishing models and innovative ways to bring Tyndale content to the market
Pursue partnership opportunities with other key organizations and ministries
Serve as a key voice on the C-suite and Executive leadership teams, contributing to overall organizational strategy and mission execution
Be observant and knowledgeable about cultural and publishing trends; scout talent and help position Tyndale’s publishing ministry in the 21st century
Lead the acquisitions process by setting imprint and category priorities, generating product and strategy ideas, and overseeing the acquisitions teams for all product lines as they acquire and shape content that advances the organization’s mission
Build strong relationships with authors, agents, ministry leaders, and content creators to develop enduring partnerships
Partner with marketing and sales teams to ensure effective launch strategies and long-term resource impact
Effectively and winsomely partner with other areas of the publishing cycle, including design, production, finance, and distribution
Negotiate, review, and sign contracts as needed
Oversee (including working with outside counsel) legal issues related to Tyndale products
Evaluate and adopt technologies and workflows that increase efficiency and scalability
Supervise and advise content team leaders in their duties, including staff management and product development
Lead and inspire acquisitions to foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and faithfulness
Mentor senior publishing staff, ensuring strong leadership pipelines and professional growth opportunities
Promote a Christ-centered organizational culture that values both ministry excellence and team well-being
Partner with the CFO and CEO to develop budgets, forecasts, product mix, and financial goals for the publishing program
Ensure strong business performance by monitoring sales trends, forecasting and adjusting publishing lineups, and managing costs
Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitor activity, and cultural shifts to keep the publishing program innovative and effective
Qualification
Required
A mature and always growing Christian faith, demonstrated commitment to the orthodoxy of Scripture, and alignment with the organization's statement of faith and Christian community values
A passion for publishing content that faithfully represents the character, posture, and mission of Jesus
10+ years of leadership experience in a publishing or ministry environment, preferably with experience in both editorial and business functions
Proven track record of strategic leadership in a content or ministry context (Christian publishing experience strongly preferred)
Strong grasp of the changing religious landscape, the state of the church, and practical felt needs related to the timeless truths of Scripture
A strong knowledge of digital, audio, and global trends in content needs and distribution
Experience managing budgets, P&L, and multi-disciplinary teams
Visionary leadership with the ability to translate mission into strategy and execution
A servant leader committed to helping those around him/her succeed
Excellent editorial judgment and theological discernment
High emotional and relational intelligence to partner well with authors, ministry leaders, and staff
Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to innovate and adapt
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Benefits
A summary of Tyndale’s comprehensive benefits is: https://www.tyndale.com/careers/
Company
Tyndale House Publishers
Tyndale House Publishers was founded in1962 by Dr.Kenneth N.Taylor as a means of publishing The Living Bible.Tyndale publishes Christian
201-500 employees
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Chief Executive Officer
Jeannie Iseman
Chief Financial Officer
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