ePub Specialist

Full-time

Experience

2+ Years

Employment Type

Full-time

Notice Period

Immediate Joiners Preferred

Location

As per business requirements

Compensation

₹21,000 per month

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled ePub Specialist to produce high-quality, standards-compliant, and accessible digital publications. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in EPUB development, HTML, CSS, XML, and accessibility standards, with the ability to deliver production-ready eBooks that meet publisher specifications and international accessibility guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and maintain reflowable and fixed-layout EPUB files in accordance with EPUB 2 and EPUB 3 standards.
• Convert print and manuscript content into high-quality, production-ready digital publications.
• Develop and edit EPUB content using HTML5, CSS3, XML, and related web technologies.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.0/2.1, EPUB Accessibility, and Section 508 requirements.
• Implement semantic HTML, ARIA roles, alt text, landmarks, and navigation structures to improve accessibility.
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure formatting, functionality, consistency, and compatibility across multiple eReading platforms and devices.
• Validate EPUB files using industry-standard tools such as EPUBCheck, Ace by DAISY, and other validation utilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve layout, styling, rendering, and accessibility issues.
• Collaborate with Editorial, Design, Digital Production, and Project Management teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Maintain project documentation and follow publisher specifications, workflow standards, and quality processes.

Required Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience in EPUB production or digital publishing.
• Strong knowledge of EPUB 2 and EPUB 3 specifications.
• Hands-on experience with HTML5, CSS3, and XML.
• Good understanding of accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.0/2.1, EPUB Accessibility, and Section 508.
• Experience implementing semantic markup, ARIA roles, alt text, and accessible navigation structures.
• Proficiency in EPUB validation using tools such as EPUBCheck and Ace by DAISY.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical and formatting issues independently.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Adobe InDesign and EPUB export workflows.
• Knowledge of accessible PDF creation and DAISY publishing standards.
• Familiarity with MathML, SVG, media overlays, and interactive EPUB features.
• Exposure to JavaScript for EPUB interactivity will be an added advantage.
• Experience working with international publishers and accessibility-first publishing workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Relevant certifications or training in Digital Publishing, Web Technologies, or Accessibility will be an added advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Passionate about digital publishing and accessible content creation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for quality.
• Able to manage multiple projects while meeting strict deadlines.
• A collaborative team player committed to delivering high-quality digital publications.

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