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Lifewayis seeking a Typesetting Specialist to lead the layout and typesetting of Bible and reference book projects for our Holman Bible & Reference Publishing imprint. In this role, you will craft high-quality, brand-consistent layouts across print and digital formats — from complex Scripture typography and study notes toePuband PDF file preparation — ensuring every product reaches readers with accuracy and excellence. You will partner closely with editorial, design, and production teams in a remote-friendly environment, with occasional travel to Middle Tennessee for team gatherings.

Why Lifeway?

Lifeway has a strong Work from Anywhere (WFA) culture that is deeply focused on our mission and values. While headquartered in Nashville, TN, many of our positions are remote-eligible and have autonomy and flexibility with work hours. We provide equipment and resources to ensure team members have access to a productive and ergonomic workspace. We believe building relationships and community is essential to how we work together, so Lifeway hosts all-team meetings several times per year and provides travel for key team gatherings for remote-based team members.

Full-time employees are eligible for enrollment in our comprehensive benefits plans including:

• healthcare
• vacation and sick time
• holiday pay
• care days
• 401(k) plan
• maternity and parental leave
• adoption assistance
• mission trip time
• and more

If this sounds like a place where you would be excited to serve the kingdom of God, we would love for you to join our team.

This is a remote position in the U.S. with occasionaltravelto Nashville for in-person team gatherings.#LI-Remote

• Lives out Lifeway’s mission and values, showing deep commitment to Kingdom work
• Execute complex Bible and reference book layouts using Adobe InDesign, XML typesetting workflows, and Lifeway's proprietary design standards
• Apply proprietary typefaces and formatting rules to ensure readability, brand consistency, and theological accuracy across all products
• Manage pagination, cross-references, footnotes, andspecial contentelements such as maps, charts, and study notes
• Prepare files for prepress and digital conversion, includingePuband PDF formats, verifying compliance with accessibility standards and Lifeway style guidelines
• Maintain file organization, version control, and thorough production documentation throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with editors, designers, and production teams to meet deadlines andprovidetechnical insight on layout feasibility and formatting considerations
• Identifyand recommend workflow improvements, automation tools, and XML tagging efficiencies that reduce turnaround times and enhance output quality
• Limited travel: 2-4 times per year, typically overnight

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, publishing, or a related field — or an equivalent combination of education and experience,required

Coursework or certification in digital publishing, XML, or theological studies, preferred

Master's degree - preferred

Advanced graduate degree -not required

Skills, Knowledge, & Experiences, required

• Strongproficiencyin Adobe InDesign for advanced typesetting and multi-layered content structures
• 3+ years of experience in typesetting, print production, publishing, or a related field, preferably involving complex or reference-based content.
• Expertisein typography, layout design, and complex text formatting
• Working knowledge of XML workflows and digital publishing formats (ePub, PDF)
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality control across large volumes of content
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with editorial, design, and production teams
• Strong time management and organizational skills to manage multiple simultaneous projects and deadlines
• Ability to travel to the Middle Tennessee area 2-4 times annually for team gatherings

Actively involved in an evangelical Christian church

Skills, Knowledge, & Experiences, preferred

• Prior experience typesetting Scripture or complex theological reference materials
• Experience with automation tools, scripting, or XML tagging enhancements for publishing workflows
• Familiarity with digital accessibility requirements and standards for Bible or reference content
• Basic knowledge of Bible translation theory, Hebrew, or Greek
• Ability to generate original ideas and creative solutions to everyday challenges.