About this role
Job title: Book Publishing Assistant
Remote
Salary NGN 400,000 - 500,000 monthly
Employment Type Full-time
Work Arrangement Remote
Sector Media Advertising & Communications
Experience Level Entry Level (0-2 years)
Application Deadline October 22, 2026
About the Company
Oceanphos is an independent media company dedicated to producing high-quality content across various platforms. Book publishing is a significant part of our operations, where we focus on bringing diverse stories and information to readers. Our commitment lies in meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every publication meets stringent standards for both print and digital formats. We value reliability, honesty, and a proactive approach to work, fostering an environment where accuracy and quality are paramount.
Job Description
Oceanphos is seeking a dedicated Book Publishing Assistant to join our remote team. This role is integral to our book publishing division, focusing on the precise formatting and typesetting of manuscripts for both print and ebook editions.
In this position, you will meticulously review and prepare book content, ensuring adherence to our house style and maintaining the highest standards of accuracy. Your responsibilities will include checking every detail, from headings and spacing to page numbers and line breaks, and preparing files for various publishing platforms.
This is a full-time, steady role for an individual who thrives on detailed work and possesses a keen eye for the nuances that make a book reader-friendly. If you are reliable, consistent, and committed to producing polished, professional publications, we encourage you to apply.
Required Skills
- Attention to detail
- Formatting
- Typesetting
- Following style guides
- Reliability
- Consistency
- Honesty
- Laptop with 8GB RAM
- Reliable power backup
- Reliable internet
Key Responsibilities
- Format and typeset manuscripts for print and ebook, following house style.
- Check every page for accuracy, including headings, spacing, page numbers, running heads, table of contents, and line/page breaks.
- Prepare print-ready PDF and ebook files according to platform specifications.
- Make corrections quickly and accurately, maintaining clear records of each version.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to follow a style guide and written process exactly.
- Patience for long, careful work.
- Reliability and consistency.
- Honesty and a willingness to ask questions.
- A good working laptop with at least 8 GB of RAM.
- Reliable power source (generator, inverter, or solar backup).
- Reliable internet service provider with sufficient data.