German Proofreader for Fiction Books

Posted 2 months ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are an experienced e-book publishing agency looking for a skilled, reliable, and detail-oriented proofreader who can proofread translated romance books for us. The translations you will be provided with are high-quality. What we’re looking for: - Strong command of the German language (native German speaker) - Previous experience in proofreading/editing or translation - Ability to meet deadlines and reliable communication - Openness to feedback and potential revisions - An eye for detail - A keen eye for grammar and style Your responsibilities are: - Proofread and edit manuscripts (around 60k words per book) - Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar - Check and maintain consistency and clarity throughout the story - Flag any translation inconsistencies or issues - Refine the tone of the translated books - Make sure the translation sounds natural to a German reader and preserves the original meaning To apply, please provide a brief introduction and your previous experience with proofreading. Please also include your all-in price (not hourly rate) for proofreading a 60,000 words book.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Proofreading
German
English
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  • Proposals:20 to 50
  • Last viewed by client:4 weeks ago
  • Hires:
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  • Interviewing:
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About the client
Member since Apr 22, 2026
  • GBR
    London2:29 AM
  • $1.4K total spent
    14 hires, 4 active

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