Senior Book Editor – $80–$120/hour

Role: Senior Book Editor – AI Training & Editorial

Job Type: Contractor




Location: Remote

Compensation: $80–$120/hour

Domain: Manuscript Editing | Line Editing | Copyediting | Editorial Feedback | Narrative Structure Analysis | Literary Style | Content Restructuring | Quality Control

Role Overview

We are looking for experienced Senior Book Editors to contribute their expertise to a customer project focused on elevating editorial standards across diverse manuscripts.

The role involves applying editorial expertise to help train next-generation AI systems through high-quality, real-world input. No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review, analyze, and enhance book manuscripts with emphasis on clarity, narrative structure, voice, and market alignment.
  • Provide detailed editorial feedback and perform line editing, copyediting, and content restructuring.
  • Identify inconsistencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in plot, character development, and thematic continuity.
  • Contribute to editorial guidelines and best practices to inform AI model development.
  • Draft, revise, and polish editorial commentary with constructive and actionable feedback.
  • Collaborate with project stakeholders through written and verbal discussions to communicate edits and recommendations.
  • Support quality control by reviewing and refining AI-generated editorial work for accuracy and style.

Key Requirements

  • Extensive experience editing published books for recognized publishing houses or prominent authors.
  • Editorial leadership on notable books, including New York Times bestsellers or award-winning titles, is a significant plus.
  • Exceptional command of English language, grammar, and literary style.
  • Proven ability to provide incisive, nuanced editorial feedback across genres and formats.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.

Application Process

  • Submit application & screening questions.
  • Complete a ~30-minute AI Interview.
  • Hiring Manager Review.
  • Selected candidates proceed to onboarding.

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