Book Publication Project Manager (Independent Contractor)

This is a remote position.

Contract Type: Independent Contractor (with a Per Book Fee with Payment in 3 Milestones)

Overview:
We seek an experienced Book Publication Project Managers to oversee the end-to-end process of publishing frontlist titles. This role is project-based, with work assigned through specific Work Orders. 

Responsibilities:
As a Book Publication Project Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and ensuring the quality of work from cover designers, copy editors, layout artists, and proofreaders. Your tasks will involve the following:

• Milestone 1: Cover Design & Manuscript Intake
  
• Manage the cover design process from author consultation to final approval.
  
• Coordinate manuscript handover, ensuring all quality standards are met before progressing to the next stage.
  
• Milestone 2: Pre-Editing & Copy Editing
  
• Oversee the copy editing process, including quality control, author feedback incorporation, and preparation for typesetting.
  
• Milestone 3: Typesetting, Final QC & Online Publication
  
• Coordinate typesetting and proofreading, ensuring all corrections are implemented across multiple proof versions.
  
• Finalise files, obtain approvals, and oversee the publication of the book online.
  

• High-quality cover designs approved by authors and the Principal.
  
• Manuscripts edited and proofread to publication standards.
  
• Accurate and timely publication of books online, including file management and final QC.
  

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter detailing their relevant experience here or email jobs@aosis.co.za. Please include examples of previous project management roles in book publication and 2 contactable references.