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Jacksonville Hampton Inn

Ghostwriter/ Typist

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A Proofreader reads manuscripts, reports, scripts and other written documents carefully to check for errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation. Reviews writing for inconsistencies in style. Marks corrections and revisions using standard proofreading notations.

$51,392 / year median in Alabama

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Ghostwriter and Book Collaborator to help transform spoken recordings or live dictation into a compelling, professionally written book.
The ideal candidate will:
Listen to audio recordings or live dictation. Transcribe spoken content accurately. Organize ideas into a clear, engaging structure. Preserve the author's unique voice and personality. Edit and expand material where appropriate while maintaining authenticity. Collaborate throughout the writing process to produce a publication-ready manuscript. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all materials.
Qualifications:
Experience writing or ghostwriting books. Excellent grammar, storytelling, and editing skills. Strong communication and interviewing abilities. Ability to organize complex ideas into an engaging narrative. Experience with memoirs, business books, self-help, or inspirational books is a plus.
Project Details:
Work will begin with recorded conversations or dictated chapters. The goal is to create a complete manuscript suitable for publication. This is a collaborative project requiring regular communication and feedback. If there are any available, please provide links or samples of books you've ghostwritten (or describe your role if bound by confidentiality), along with your typical process for turning interviews or recordings into a finished manuscript.
Pay:
$15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person