OVERVIEW

 

The ScribeConcepts publishing project management network anticipates a number of opportunities for client projects in the coming months. We need additional XML Editors & Formatters to achieve our goals.

 

Our clients trust us to assemble best-in-class expertise for curriculum development projects.  We knit professionals together remotely across time zones and backgrounds to deliver high quality work through every phase of the content production process. For more about working as an independent consultant through ScribeConcepts, please see
http://scribe.ink/Scribe-FAQs.

 

If you are an independent contractor with expertise and availability, please submit your interest here:
http://scribe.ink/digital-team-application. A Google account will be required to submit. 

 

Qualified candidates will be scheduled for interviews and required to complete a short vetting task for the role. When selected, you will be virtually onboarded and complete non-disclosure and business agreements. Invoices for payment are submitted at the beginning of each month for the previous month’s work and are paid by direct deposit within 30 days. 

 

Below please find a general description of the available role(s).

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XML EDITOR

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• Review and edit XML documents in various markup languages like DITA and DAISY

• Have familiarity with Oxygen XML Editor, XPath, and XQuery

• Can understand and edit XSLT templates 

• Able to batch edit, rename, transform and package files using tools or custom scripts

• Have a working knowledge of other content editing software (InCopy, InDesign, PowerPoint, or Google Slides documents) and communication (e.g., Slack, Asana)

  • Mastery is not necessary, but the ability to adapt to the tools used by clients is a must

• Proficient in Word or Excel documents (or Google file equivalents)

• Have a working knowledge of MS Macros or VBScript

• Must complete a vetting task in Google Docs and PDF to confirm attention to detail and editing skills

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Standard hourly rate: $40/Hour avg

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Formatter

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• Proficient in Word or Excel documents (or Google file equivalents)

• Transfer data from various Microsoft formats while ensuring fidelity from source to destination

• Must complete a vetting task in Google Docs and PDF to confirm attention to detail 

• $25/hr avg

 

Standard hourly rate: $25/Hour avg

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Interested? Apply here!: http://scribe.ink/digital-team-application

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ScribeConcepts strives to promote a safe and inclusive work environment where everyone can do their best work. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply for these roles. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for roles unless they believe they meet or exceed every qualification in the role description. All those who believe in and can contribute to ScribeConcepts’ goals are encouraged to apply.