Discovery Internship - Grad Edition: Publisher, Proofreader, and Writer Intern (Writing Dr)

***Ringfenced to level 6 LJMU students only***

***Applications must be submitted using the application form linked below. Please upload it instead of a CV. Any other method will not be accepted***

This is an exciting for a creative writer/publisher graduate. On the publishing side of things, you would assist us with the formatting of books and uploading onto the various publishing systems. Weʼll have a variety of books that require publishing as well as titles that are already listed that could be reviewed.

For the writers, there would be proof-reading of clients' work, and the opportunity to work and learn from Nicola, who has aBA, MA, PhD in Creative Writing. For exceptional candidates, there would be the opportunity for some ghost-writing.

Objectives:

• Edit, format and publish books across multiple publishing platforms
• Proofreading drafts of manuscripts; preparing these for publication
• Learn from Nicola and potential for ghost-writing opportunities

Duties and responsibilities
Tasks/Main duties:

• You would work on manuscripts to ensure they are error free, looking at copyediting, proofreading, formatting, and publishing of the books
• You would review current works, and monitor their performance across publishing platforms
• Assist with current clients work, including the planning, writing, reviewing, and proofreading of work
• Work with Nicola to learn the skills of ghost-writing

Website/Social media:

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Facebook

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Instagram

You Tube

Skills and experience
This is a writing coaching and publishing company, so exceptional levels of written English is essential. You should have an excellent understanding of grammar, punctuation, and the nuances of the English language.

Understanding of the publishing world, and publishing systems, including but not limited to Amazon KDP. A passion to learn this is acceptable too.

Exceptional reading skills and the ability to communicate feedback in verbal or written summaries to Nicola, Peter, and clients in a positive manner.

Location
Virtual