Writers / Publishing Assistant

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Graduate Placements Full time

A self-published author in the fantasy and LitRPG genre requires a digital-savvy graduate (BA in English, Creative Writing, Journalism) eager to gain real-world experience and ready to launch their own writing career in the self-published space.

This is a full-time position and a one-year contract. The writer's assistant will work remotely from home, with a once-a-week face-to-face meeting required in the Sandton area, Gauteng

Responsibilities:

  • Proofreading, Beta reading.
  • Copy editing and line editing.


Digital advertising management
  • Facebook ads, Amazon ads.
  • Social media management and content creation
  • Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, Reddit.
  • Web serial posting on Patreon.
  • Transcription of dictated manuscripts.
  • Website management author's site and online shop (Shopify).
  • Liaising with external service providers: cover designers, editors, and audiobook narrators.
  • Managing and coordinating digital book launches.
  • Formatting manuscripts for paperback editions to meet a distributor's specific requirements: Amazon, Ingram spark, and South African publishers.
  • Liaising with South African bookstores and local distributors.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Arts in English, Creative Writing or Journalism
  • Avid reader
  • Digitalsavvy
  • Creative and ability to put new ideas on paper
  • Excellent grammar and writing skills

Benefits:

  • This position offers a unique mentoring opportunity, where you will receive guidance and support from the author throughout the duration of the contract

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