Any
$6–$8 USD/hour
10
Sep 15, 2025
Overview
We are building a large-scale techno-thriller book franchise and need a detail-oriented, reliable Virtual Assistant to help manage publishing operations across multiple platforms.
Tasks
- Upload manuscripts and covers to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and Barnes & Noble Press
- Work with artists to ensure the covers / artwork align with publisher requirements
- Manage ISBNs (ebook, paperback, hardcover, audiobook) and maintain a spreadsheet of assignments
- Ensure metadata consistency (title, subtitle, keywords, BISAC categories) across platforms
- Configure IngramSpark wholesale discounts (40–55%) and return settings
- Track royalties from each platform and prepare monthly reports
- Order proof/test copies for quality check before launches
- Assist with ARC distribution (NetGalley, BookSirens, influencer reviewers)
Requirements
- Strong English communication skills (written + spoken)
- Detail-oriented — publishing requires exact formatting and metadata precision
- Experience with KDP, IngramSpark, or other publishing platforms preferred (training provided if needed)
- Comfortable with Google Sheets/Excel
- Available part-time (5–10 hours/week, expanding with series growth)