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Inkitt

Creative Strategist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Leveraging AI and predictive algorithms, Inkitt discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits, producing a new $1M ebook every 7 days and selling directly to consumers through its ...

Inkitt

ASO Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

... ebook every 4 weeks and selling directly to consumers through its Galatea app. Inkitt has become ... Proven success improving store conversion, keyword rankings, and average rating through structured ...

Inkitt

ASO Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

... ebook every 4 weeks and selling directly to consumers through its Galatea app. Inkitt has become ... Proven success improving store conversion, keyword rankings, and average rating through structured ...

Inkitt

ASO Manager

San Francisco, CA

$120K - $150K/yr

... ebook every 4 weeks and selling directly to consumers through its Galatea app. Inkitt has become ... Proven success improving store conversion, keyword rankings, and average rating through structured ...

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How much do ebook conversion jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for ebook conversion in the United States is $62.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62.50 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an ebook conversion?

An Ebook Conversion job involves transforming manuscripts or documents into digital formats compatible with e-readers like Kindle, EPUB, or PDF. This process includes formatting text, embedding images, ensuring proper layout, and making the ebook accessible across different devices. Professionals in this role may also handle file optimization, metadata inclusion, and quality checks to ensure readability and compliance with platform requirements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an ebook conversion specialist?

Ebook Conversion specialists are responsible for transforming manuscripts and other source documents into various digital formats, ensuring compatibility across e-readers and devices. Daily tasks often include proofreading converted files, troubleshooting formatting issues, applying metadata, optimizing accessibility, and collaborating with authors, editors, or publishers to ensure specifications are met. You will frequently use specialized software tools to check for errors and may handle multiple projects at once. The role combines technical production work with quality assurance to deliver seamless reading experiences for end users.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the ebook conversion position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Ebook Conversion, you need a solid understanding of digital publishing formats (such as EPUB and MOBI), attention to detail, and basic HTML/CSS skills. Familiarity with ebook conversion tools like Calibre, Adobe InDesign, and Sigil, as well as knowledge of accessibility standards, is highly valued. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management abilities help ensure smooth workflows and accurate file delivery. These skills are essential to producing high-quality, accessible ebooks that meet both client specifications and industry standards.

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Infographic showing various Ebook Conversion job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,000 per year, or $62.5 per hour.

Digital/Editorial Operations Specialist

Readerlink Distribution Services

San Diego, CA • On-site

$75K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

324th of 423 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

The Digital/Editorial Operations Specialist, is a detail-oriented, experienced metadata and publishing professional who provides technical, editorial, and administrative support to the Digital/Editorial Operations team. Primary responsibilities include maintaining metadata standards, regularly refining product attributes (sales copy, keywords, and product classifications) to improve visibility and sales ranking at Amazon, and managing key administrative tasks.

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Assist Sr. Manager, Digital/Editorial Operations with database and metadata management.
    • Receive daily metadata change requests, make all updates in our Title Management (TMM) system, and send out a change confirmation email.
    • Troubleshoot and address metadata and feed issues.
    • Execute metadata feeds.
    • Act as a liaison with the distributor for metadata when needed.
    • Review metadata in batches monthly to make sure it's up-to-date and of high quality.
    • Act as TMM and metadata backup when Sr. Manager is out.
  • Manage the complete metadata for at least one PRPG imprint.
    • Prepare each season's metadata for the S&S sales meeting.
    • Run tip sheets for licensors, receive approvals, and lift NFOs at S&S.
    • Troubleshoot issues at retail.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including marketing, editorial, and sales-to ensure that retail product online listings are accurate, compelling, and optimized for search and media performance.
  • Use AI tools to optimize description copy, taglines, BISACs, and keywords as needed to improve discoverability on Amazon and other e-commerce sites.
  • Assist with upcoming e-commerce initiatives.
  • Manage PRPG Search Inside uploads for Amazon.
  • Manage metadata art uploads, including trade cover mocks, final covers/interiors for trade, Walmart/Target uploads, the RDS library, and others as needed.
  • Audit and ensure the RDS library remains current, including replacing cover mocks seasonally and as needed.
  • Assist with entering and managing all necessary metadata for proprietary titles in TMM to facilitate F&O set up and integration with the publishing operations workflow.
  • Enter all co-edition data into TMM.
  • Assist with the eBook conversion and publication process.
  • Choose, file, and track Lexile measures seasonally and update TMM accordingly.
  • Attend regular art and touch base meetings.
  • Receive and respond to reader mail.
  • Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested.

What You Will Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field is required.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of publishing or metadata experience is preferred.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience with Firebrand's Title Management (TMM) system is preferred.
  • Experience with books and knowledge of editorial procedures is preferred.
  • Experience using AI tools to optimize metadata and maximize discoverability is preferred.
  • Experience with Macintosh and InDesign is preferred.
  • Excellent editing, writing, proofreading, and communication skills.
  • Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Efficient at multitasking and able to handle multiple projects within tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Strong to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
  • Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners.
  • Ability to write routine reports, SOPs, and correspondence.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • A methodical and organized approach to problem-solving.
  • The work performed is in an office environment.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
Salary: $75,000.00 - $78,000.00
Employee Benefits Include but Are Not Limited To:
Health Plans -Medical, Dental & Prescription
Flexible Spending Accounts -Health & Dependent Care
Life and Accident Insurance
Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays
401(k) with Company Match
Author Events
Publisher-sponsored Book Club

ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
ReaderLink is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please email your request to info@readerlink.com, or call: (708) 356-3737.
Employment Type: Full-Time

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