Er0tic romance publisher, Siren-BookStrand, is looking for several part-time junior editors.
Responsibilities:
Must be proficient using Microsoft Word and the Track Changes feature. Applicant is expected to have perfect spelling, strong grasp of grammar, and a sharp eye for detail. This is a high production, high-output environment.
* Provide critique, content editing for character and story development, and line-by-line editing for grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
* Assist chief editor in day-to-day processing of manuscripts for publication on a tight deadline.
* Complete all projects assigned by publisher and chief editor before stated deadline.
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be punctual and have reliable transportation.
Before being interviewed, prospective editors will take (1) a multiple-choice spelling test of 50 words frequently misspelled and (2) a multiple-choice punctuation test. Test lasts about 15 to 20 minutes.
Location: South Austin
Compensation: Start at $10/hour. Evaluation after 90 days for hourly rate adjustment and/or full-time possibility.
Please paste your resume directly into the body of your email and send to employment@sirenbookstrand.com.
More information here.
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