Job Description
Job Description:
I’m seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented editor to proofread, edit, and assist with preparing several books for publishing. These books cover topics related to professional organizing, cleaning systems, packing/unpacking, productivity, and home/work functionality so familiarity or interest with these subjects is a major plus.
I need someone who can elevate clarity, structure, and flow while keeping the tone personable, professional, and easy to understand.
Ideal Candidate Must Be:
- ✔️ Native or highly proficient in English
- ✔️ Available during Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- ✔️ Experienced with book editing, proofreading, and formatting
- ✔️ Skilled in nonfiction, educational, or instructional writing
- ✔️ Consistent and detail-oriented across multiple manuscripts
- ✔️ Proficient in preparing content for print and digital publishing
- ✔️ Comfortable with content related to organizing, decluttering, systems, home management, business management, and packing
- ✔️ A strong communicator who meets deadlines and collaborates well
Project Scope Includes:
- Proofreading for grammar, punctuation, and readability
- Editing for structure, clarity, flow, and logic
- Ensuring uniform formatting across all manuscripts
- Offering suggestions to strengthen voice and pacing
- Assisting with final publishing prep (covers, layout, photos, formatting, etc.)
- Bonus: Converting content into worksheets, guides, or templates
Deliverables:
- Edited manuscripts (several books in progress)
- Clean, ready-for-publishing files
- Ongoing editorial support as books move toward completion
Please Apply If You:
- Have proven experience editing nonfiction or instructional books
- Can provide samples of prior editing work
- Understand systems-based content or have experience in niches like organizing, productivity, cleaning, lifestyle, or home management
- Are reliable, organized, and comfortable working collaboratively
To Apply:
Please include the following:
1. A short introduction
2. Your experience with similar projects
3. Relevant work samples
4. Your hourly rate or project-based pricing
5. Your typical turnaround time
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