Writer’s Assistant

Job Title: Writer’s Assistant
Status: Part-Time, hourly
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Rate: $30-55/hour depending on experience

Summary:

Seeking writer located in Los Angeles, for a part time job. Job requires in-person work (office on West Side). Hours are afternoon weekdays. Flexible within that time range. 10-15 hours per week. Job is to assist a writer in completing a first draft of a memoir; bringing order to a substantial compilation of written pages. Experienced writer preferred. Creative non-fiction a plus. Published writer a significant plus. Able to assist in some administrative tasks a plus.

Job Description:

Organizational Skills

Takes notes
Organizes and collates sections of manuscripts
Organizes notes from editors for possible revisions of manuscripts and insert into drafts for review and editing
Maintain organized records of documents and revisions

Research

Conducts research on topics related to author’s current project or upcoming book
Organizes digital and physical files of research materials for future reference
Maintains research records, reports, and files
Editing experience
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
Excellent attention to detail

Review & Submission of Materials

Makes editing suggestions
Reviews drafts of manuscripts to ensure that they are grammatically correct and meet publishing standards
Identifies potential markets for author's work, including literary journals, magazines, or other media outlets, and upon review and approval, submits
Arranges meetings with agents, editors, publicists, and other publishing professionals on behalf of the author

Administrative Skills

Set appointments
Manage various tasks as assigned by writer

Skills Prerequisite:

Tech savvy, excellent organizational skills, excellent editorial skills.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Ability to Commute:

Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Beverly Hills, CA 90210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Jan Martin

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