Editing and Research Coordinator

Ethos Crafting & Relationship Building

• Assist Editor-in-Chief with research and outreach to high-level writers, speakers, and thinkers for the Journal, Podcast, and with some contributions to E & C Online to elevate each platform.
• Foster professional relationships and create efficient processes for connecting (personal outreach), gifting (e.g., journal, book, Bible, etc.), and recruiting high-level writers and guests while continuing to cultivate these ongoing relationships.
• Cultivate relationships with other leaders in the Catholic (e.g., First Things, The Pillar, Catholic World Report) and non-Catholic media (e.g., National Review, The Free Press, Commentary, WSJ) with whom we could publish, ally, and collaborate.
• Periodically organize the integration of high-level recruits into marquee spots on E & C Online with the Senior Digital Managing Editor.
• Work with internal social media and marketing teams on the efficient, effective publicizing and distributing of high-level guest essays, journals, and podcasts.

The College Beat

• Assist Editor-in-Chief with topic selection, recruitment of writers, expansion of outreach, editing, and publicity of The College Beat.
• Research topics and younger writers/podcast guests for E & C Online, Journal, and Podcast to cultivate a rolling vanguard of young Catholic evangelists.
• Cultivate select nationwide (and international) relationships with university officials, professors, Newman Centers, and Catholic universities where Editor-in-Chief and others could speak and form enthusiastic Catholics (and Word on Fire aficionados).
• Research and recommend ways for college students to access the Institute and Journal at affordable prices, including getting the Journal into college libraries.

Creative Contribution

• Write for the E & C Journal and for E & C Online as needed.
• Collaborate with E & C Podcast for guest outreach, including but not limited to recruitment, communication, and follow-ups.

Daily Operations

• Assist Editor-in-Chief with obtaining copyright permissions, making writer payments, sending thank you emails, organizing meetings, spreadsheet/Monday board organization, and schedule management.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, writing, journalism, or theology.
• Strong experience with writing and editing.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to ensure consistency in tone, voice, and formatting across diverse content types.
• Ability to perform fact-checking on various subjects, statistics, and citations.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills for liaising between writers, editors, and both internal and external partners.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external business partners.
• Commitment to the mission of Word on Fire.

• Experience in writing and editing with a rootedness in Theology, Philosophy, or English.
• Proficient in Chicago Manual of Style.
• Strong critical thinking skills to synthesize complex information into clear, concise briefs for the editorial team.
• Skilled with Google Docs/Slides/Spreadsheets and Monday.com.
• Familiarity with the work of Bishop Robert Barron and Word on Fire.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment, which involves frequent motions of the hands and wrists.
• Ability to work in an open-office environment with moderate noise levels (e.g., computers, printers, conversations/calls, and light traffic).
• Must be able to inspect documents, view computer screens for extended periods, and navigate software interfaces to perform duties as assigned.
• Frequent communication with internal and external partners; must be able to exchange accurate information both verbally and in writing, requiring clear speech and the ability to hear or understand verbal communication.

• The estimated base pay range for this position is $27.48 - $32.97 hourly (equivalent to $50,013.60 - $60,005.40 annually, based on a 35-hour, full-time work week). Word on Fire determines individual compensation based on several factors, including but not limited to, experience, skills, alignment with the role’s responsibilities, and geographic location.
• This role may be eligible for annual merit increases based on individual performance.
• Word on Fire also offers its team members a robust benefits package that includes:
• Work-from-home Wednesdays and up to 20 additional work-from-home days throughout the year.
• Several 100% Word on Fire-paid insurance benefits: life, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• Other insurance benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• A retirement plan with a 3% target employer contribution.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leaves at 100% of base salary.
• Access to Word on Fire’s incredible wealth of content and resources, and more!

Word on Fire is founded upon and intent on prioritizing its Catholic religious mission and principles above all else. Word on Fire's religious mission may therefore require that it make employment decisions based on an individual's religion and adherence to the principles of the Catholic Church.