Editorial Director for Business Book Launch

Editorial Director for AI-Powered Business Book Launch

Contract Remote Hybrid Editor / Publishing Ops Lead

We're looking for a sharp, detail-obsessed Editor + Publishing Strategist to take our nonfiction business book from polished manuscript to bestselling launch.

This is more than line editing. You'll serve as the lead editorial brain and execution engine, using AI where helpful and human intelligence where it counts.

About the Project

We've completed the manuscript for a high-impact, system-based hiring book built for fast-growing, founder-led businesses. The ideas are solid. The content is structured. Now we need an editorial partner to elevate, organize, and launch the book into the world across print, Kindle, audiobook, and online platforms with quality, speed, and polish.

Your Role and Superpowers

You're a hybrid operator equal parts editorial strategist, publishing tactician, and AI-savvy implementer.

Editorial & Content Leadership

Review and refine a ~200-page nonfiction business book

Fact-check citations and ensure first-party source integrity

Elevate structure, tone, and clarity while maintaining voice

Add or help develop real-world case studies, exercises, and visuals

Publishing Execution

Format for paperback, Kindle, and ePub (KDP/Apple Books/etc.)

Oversee setup for Audible narration (using Eleven Labs or ACX)

Handle metadata, ISBNs, and final uploads for each format

AI Tools & Automation (You Know How to Prompt)

Use tools like ChatGPT, Canva, Jasper, Eleven Labs, and Notion AI

Enhance productivity without sacrificing editorial excellence

Know how to generate content but review it like a hawk

Light Marketing & Coordination

Collaborate with internal team to build:

Resource landing pages

Downloadable templates and worksheets

Amazon description copy and book page strategy

Optional: guide pre-launch reviews or outreach if experienced

You'll Have Support From Our Team

You won't be doing everything alone. Our internal team is covering:

Web design and dev

Email marketing and landing page buildout

PR and outreach

Illustration (if needed)

We need you to be the human-in-the-loop who connects the dots, raises red flags, and ensures high-quality delivery.

Ideal Background

3 - 7+ years in editorial/publishing (business or self-help nonfiction a big plus)

Direct experience launching books on Amazon KDP and/or Audible

Comfortable managing multiple deliverables and timelines solo

Tech-forward: you already use AI tools as leverage, not magic

Bonus: familiarity with hiring, leadership, or founder-driven business topics

Project Scope & Timeline

Start: As soon as possible

Duration: 8 - 12 weeks (with flexibility for extended work post-launch)

Weekly Time: 10 - 20 hours average, based on milestone rhythm

Compensation

Flexible structure based on your working style and depth of contribution:

Hourly: $45 - $60/hr USD

Project-based: $4,500 - $6,000 flat fee

(Final rate depends on scope: editorial-only vs. full launch coordination)

Location

Remote (U.S.-based)

How to Apply

Send us:

Sub your resume via the advertisement you are viewing

Complete our assessments approximately 60 minutes

12 examples of books or editorial projects you've led or contributed to

Any relevant links (LinkedIn, website, portfolio, etc.)