Job Description:

This role supports an established author in publishing, marketing, and promoting books and nature photography across digital platforms. The position requires expertise in Amazon publishing, book formatting, and digital marketing to help launch approximately 2-4 books per year. This is a growth-oriented role with potential to expand into full-time management of publishing operations based on revenue generation and performance.

Client Overview:

The client is an independent author and nature photographer focused on social and environmental justice themes, food sustainability, and personal development content. The business publishes books and art prints with profits donated to charitable causes, aiming to launch multiple book projects annually.

Schedule:

• Mondays to Fridays, flexible hours (Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time, 20 hours per week)

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Responsibilities:

• Format manuscripts for publication using book formatting software and prepare files for upload to publishing platforms
• Upload and optimize books on Amazon KDP and IngramSpark, including keyword research, book descriptions, and metadata optimization
• Manage and optimize Amazon advertising campaigns and book promotion strategies to increase visibility and sales
• Update and maintain author websites on the Hostinger platform, including content uploads for new book releases and monthly refreshes
• Create and schedule social media content on Facebook and other platforms to promote book releases and nature photography
• Research and coordinate podcast interview opportunities and media appearances for book promotion
• Monitor email communications and respond to inquiries as needed to support author platform growth
• Collaborate on nature poetry book projects and art print promotions that align with published content

Must-Have Requirements:

• Proven experience with Amazon KDP, IngramSark, or similar self-publishing platforms with demonstrated knowledge of optimization strategies
• Strong background in book formatting, manuscript preparation, and understanding of publishing workflows
• Experience managing Amazon advertising campaigns and book marketing strategies with measurable results

Nice-to-Have Requirements:

• Proficiency with Canva for design work and content creation
• Experience with Scrivener or other professional book formatting software
• Familiarity with Hostinger or similar website management platforms
• Background working with authors in social justice, environmental, or personal development genres
• Experience coordinating podcast interviews and media outreach for authors
• Knowledge of email list building and management for author platforms
• Understanding of nature photography or visual content marketing
• Experience with the SquareSpace platform migration projects

Side Note:

• This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are determined by your performance throughout the application process.

Reminder:

• Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions that fulfill all requirements will receive priority review.