Convert a book for the digital space

Help format eBook for digital distribution in a standard layout.

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AAE - African Association of Entrepreneurs

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Overview

Help format eBook for digital distribution in a standard layout.

You have:

  • Proven experience as a document specialist or similar role.
  • Skills in eBook formatting for digital platforms.
  • Familiarity with ePub and .mobi formats.

Contract

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The AAE Publication Project produces high-quality and relevant articles and ebooks each year that are edited and published within an eight-month cycle.

Each year, AAE compiles one ebook that presents the general theme of submitted articles, providing in depth insight and understanding on the African business terrain. This ebook compilation and formatting is another means to share the insights of our authors wider, and to help reach more readers.

We are looking for two online volunteers with a document specialist background to help format an eBook for distribution in the digital space. The volunteer will be asked to help turn the eBook text and images into a standard layout for eBooks (ePub and .mobi). The required layout features a dynamic, re-flowable mode for text and images that can be viewed on every size and shape eReader, mobile device and tablet.

An experienced document specialist Good conversion skills for platforms like Apple Books, Amazon Kindle, and more.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your previous experience in formatting documents for digital platforms? This question aims to evaluate the applicant's relevant experience and skills. Provide specific examples of projects where you formatted digital documents, focusing on the tools and techniques used.
What challenges have you faced in converting documents to eBook formats and how did you overcome them? The interviewer wants to understand problem-solving skills related to the role. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure consistency in your eBook designs across different devices? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What software tools are you proficient in for document formatting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why is it important to have a re-flowable layout in eBooks? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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