Typesetting Specialist - Bibles and Reference

About the role

Lifeway is seeking a Typesetting Specialist to lead the layout and typesetting of Bible and reference book projects for our Holman Bible & Reference Publishing imprint.

Responsibilities

• 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, and special content elements such as maps, charts, and study notes
• Prepare files for prepress and digital conversion, including ePub and 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 and provide technical insight on layout feasibility and formatting considerations
• Identify and 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

Qualifications

• 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

• Strong proficiency in Adobe InDesign for advanced typesetting and multi-layered content structures
• Expertise in 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

Benefits

• 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