Proofreader
Department: Communications
Reports To: Director of Communications
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Full-Time, 30–40 Hours per Week)
Location: Remote (U.S.-Based)
Position Summary
PreBorn! is seeking a Christ-centered, detail-oriented Proofreader / Editorial Quality Specialist to ensure all written communications reflect excellence, accuracy, clarity, and consistency with our mission. This individual serves as a guardian of quality across donor communications, marketing materials, ministry publications, website content, email campaigns, direct mail, presentations, and internal communications.
The ideal candidate possesses exceptional grammar and editing skills, a strong understanding of style guides, and a passion for ensuring that every written piece communicates with professionalism, clarity, and biblical integrity. This role plays a critical part in protecting the PreBorn! brand and ensuring communications effectively advance our mission to glorify Jesus Christ by saving more babies and souls.
About PreBorn!
PreBorn! is a Christ-centered, pro-life ministry that exists to glorify Jesus Christ by saving more babies and souls. Through grants, training, consultation, and technology, we empower pregnancy clinics nationwide to reach abortion-vulnerable women with life-saving care and the Gospel.
All employees are expected to affirm PreBorn!’s Statement of Faith, demonstrate a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, and support the ministry’s pro-life mission.
Key Responsibilities
Proofreading & Editorial Review
- Proofread and edit written materials for grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, consistency, and readability.
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Review donor communications, fundraising appeals, newsletters, direct mail, emails, social media content, website copy, reports, presentations, and ministry resources.
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Ensure adherence to PreBorn!’s editorial standards, brand voice, style guide, and messaging framework.
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Verify accuracy of names, dates, statistics, citations, scripture references, and ministry information.
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Identify inconsistencies in tone, formatting, terminology, and messaging.
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Ensure documents are publication-ready before final approval.
Quality Assurance
- Serve as the final quality checkpoint for major communications initiatives.
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Develop and maintain proofreading standards and editorial checklists.
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Support continuous improvement of communication quality across departments.
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Recommend improvements to writing clarity and effectiveness while preserving the author's voice.
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Assist in maintaining consistency across all donor-facing and client-facing communications.
Content Support
- Collaborate with writers, designers, marketing staff, and ministry leaders to improve communication quality.
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Review AI-generated content for accuracy, tone, theological alignment, and brand consistency.
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Assist with formatting and content preparation for publication and distribution.
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Support large-scale communication projects and campaigns during peak ministry seasons.
Editorial Standards Management
- Maintain and update organizational style guides and editorial standards.
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Train staff and contractors on writing standards when needed.
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Monitor recurring errors and recommend process improvements.
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Help establish best practices for AI-assisted content creation and review.
Qualifications
Required
- Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agreement with PreBorn!’s Statement of Faith.
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Strong commitment to the sanctity of human life and PreBorn!’s mission.
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3+ years of professional proofreading, copyediting, journalism, publishing, communications, or related experience.
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Exceptional command of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style.
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Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors quickly and accurately.
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Experience working within established style guides (AP Style preferred).
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred
- Experience proofreading fundraising or nonprofit communications.
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Experience in ministry, Christian nonprofit, publishing, or agency environments.
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Familiarity with SEO content standards.
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Experience reviewing AI-generated content.
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Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and content management systems.
Character Qualities
- Steadfast: Thorough, dependable, and committed to excellence.
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Adaptable: Flexible and willing to support ministry priorities.
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Integrity: Honest, accurate, and trustworthy in all work.
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Fruitful: Productive and committed to high-quality outcomes.
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Prayerful: Demonstrates spiritual maturity and dependence on Christ.
Success Measures
Within the first year, this individual will:
- Maintain exceptionally high editorial accuracy across ministry communications.
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Reduce publication errors and rework through proactive quality review.
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Ensure consistent application of PreBorn!’s editorial standards.
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Improve communication quality and readability across departments.
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Become a trusted resource for editorial excellence and brand consistency.
