Job Summary

Progressive Technology is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Digital Book Editor (E-book Formatting - Freelancer) to join our remote publishing team. In this role, you will be responsible for editing, formatting, and optimizing digital book content (ePubs, PDFs, and MOBI files) for professional publication on platforms such as Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and others. This position is ideal for someone with a strong command of formatting tools, a keen eye for detail, and experience in digital publishing.

Key Responsibilities

• Format and edit manuscripts into clean, readable, and professional e-book layouts for various digital platforms (Kindle, ePub, PDF).

• Ensure consistency in style, typography, font usage, and chapter structure across different devices and screen sizes.

• Collaborate with authors, graphic designers, and project managers to ensure the final product meets publishing standards.

• Troubleshoot and correct formatting errors and compatibility issues.

• Optimize visual elements including images, tables, and hyperlinks for e-readers and mobile devices.

• Follow brand or author style guides and incorporate feedback promptly.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest formatting standards and tools in digital publishing.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency with e-book formatting software and tools such as Calibre, Sigil, Vellum, Scrivener, or Adobe InDesign.

• Strong editing and proofreading abilities with a solid understanding of grammar, punctuation, and writing conventions.

• Familiarity with HTML/CSS as applied to e-book formatting is a strong advantage.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines without supervision.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating clean, readable digital content.

Experience

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in e-book formatting or digital publishing.

• Prior work with self-publishing authors or digital publishing houses preferred.

• A portfolio showcasing e-book formatting or editing samples is a plus.

Working Hours

• Flexible working hours based on project deadlines.

• Remote freelance work – manage your schedule and deliver quality results.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep understanding of e-book file structures (ePub, MOBI, AZW3, PDF).

• Awareness of compatibility issues between various e-reader platforms (Kindle, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books).

• Ability to implement client-specific guidelines and branding elements.

• Adaptability to work with fiction, non-fiction, academic, and technical content.

Benefits

• 100% remote freelance opportunity – work from anywhere.

• Competitive per-project pay with potential for long-term collaboration.

• Access to diverse projects and genres.

• Opportunity to grow in the fast-evolving self-publishing and digital content space.

• Collaborative and respectful virtual team environment.

Why Join Progressive Technology?

At Progressive Technology, we believe in empowering creative freelancers to do what they do best — deliver value through innovation, flexibility, and excellence. As a part of our freelance talent pool, you will gain access to exciting digital projects, supportive editors and coordinators, and a global platform to showcase your talent in e-publishing. Your work will directly contribute to helping authors around the world bring their stories to life.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send:

• A short cover letter introducing yourself and your formatting experience

• Your resume or LinkedIn profile

• Portfolio samples (if available)

• Your rates and availability

Please email your application to us with the subject line: Freelance E-book Editor Application