Remote | Senior Book Editor $80-$120/hour

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$120/hour

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About the role

We are sharing a specialised consulting opportunity for experienced Senior Book Editors with strong expertise in manuscript editing, line editing, copyediting, narrative structure, literary style, content restructuring, and editorial quality control to contribute to an advanced AI training and editorial-evaluation project. Selected professionals will review and enhance book manuscripts, provide sophisticated editorial feedback, analyse narrative and structural issues, and evaluate AI-generated editorial work against professional publishing standards. The opportunity is particularly suited to senior editors with substantial experience working on published books and a strong command of both developmental and detailed editorial review. No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Manuscript Review & Developmental Editing
Review book manuscripts for clarity, coherence, voice, and overall effectiveness
Analyse narrative structure and identify opportunities for substantive improvement
Assess pacing, organisation, thematic continuity, and content development
Recommend restructuring where material would benefit from stronger organisation
Preserve the author's intent and distinctive voice throughout the editorial process
Line Editing & Copyediting
Perform advanced line editing to improve precision, flow, rhythm, and readability
Correct grammar, syntax, punctuation, usage, and stylistic inconsistencies
Refine sentences and passages while maintaining appropriate literary tone
Identify repetition, awkward phrasing, and unnecessary complexity
Apply rigorous editorial standards consistently across manuscripts
Narrative & Content Analysis
Evaluate plot development, characterisation, and thematic progression where relevant
Identify inconsistencies, gaps, or unresolved narrative elements
Assess whether content is appropriately structured for its genre and intended readership
Consider market alignment without compromising the integrity of the work
Provide nuanced recommendations across different genres and manuscript formats
Editorial Feedback & Guideline Development
Produce detailed, constructive, and actionable editorial commentary
Explain recommendations clearly to authors and project stakeholders
Draft and refine editorial guidelines and best-practice standards
Translate professional editorial judgement into structured evaluation criteria
Develop guidance that supports consistent assessment of editorial qualityAI Review & Editorial Quality Control
Review AI-generated editorial work for accuracy, style, and usefulness
Identify inappropriate revisions, missed issues, or weak editorial reasoning
Evaluate whether suggested changes preserve voice, meaning, and narrative intent
Refine AI-generated commentary to meet professional publishing standards
Collaborate with project stakeholders to maintain consistent editorial quality
Ideal Profile
Extensive professional experience editing published books
Strong background in manuscript editing, developmental editing, line editing, and copyediting
Experience working with recognised publishing houses, prominent authors, or comparable publishing environments
Editorial involvement with bestselling or award-winning books is particularly valuable
Exceptional command of English grammar, usage, and literary style
Strong understanding of narrative structure, character development, pacing, and thematic continuity
Proven ability to deliver incisive and nuanced editorial feedback
Experience restructuring complex content while preserving authorial voice
Strong quality-control and editorial-review capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate sophisticated editorial recommendations clearly and constructively
Comfortable collaborating with authors, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams
Strong critical judgement and attention to detail
Comfortable working in a remote, technology-enabled environment
Prior AI evaluation or model-training experience is advantageous but not required
Engagement Details
Independent contractor engagement
Fully remote

Compensation: $80--$120/hourU.S.-based contributors are preferred, though highly qualified professionals from other locations may also be considered Work will involve manuscript review, developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, content restructuring, and editorial evaluation Assignments may span different literary genres, manuscript formats, and editorial contexts Strong experience with published books and professional publishing standards is central to this engagement Contributors will provide both written editorial feedback and verbal input where requiredWork may include development of editorial guidelines, quality standards, and evaluation criteria Project scope, manuscript types, and editorial requirements may evolve depending on project needs No prior AI experience is requiredWork must be completed without using confidential, proprietary, unpublished, or otherwise restricted material belonging to any employer, publisher, author, client, institution, or other third party About the Platform This opportunity is available through 24-MAG LLC. We connect experienced professionals with remote consulting opportunities across technical, evaluation, and project-based workstreams. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that your information may be processed by 24-MAG LLC for recruitment and opportunity matching in accordance with our Privacy Policy: https://www.24-mag.com/privacy-policy

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