Careers and Opportunities

WHY WORK WITH KUWENTO CO.?

Depending on the position and your contributions, working with Kuwento Co. may offer opportunities to:

  • Gain hands-on experience in book publishing and production.
  • Develop professional skills in editing, writing, marketing, design, and project management.
  • Build your resume and professional portfolio with completed projects.
  • Receive mentorship, feedback, and practical training.
  • Work directly on published books and other professional projects.
  • Expand your professional network and industry connections.
  • Receive a certificate of completion for successfully completed internships or apprenticeships.
  • Be considered for future paid positions, projects, and contractor opportunities.

CONTRACTOR OPPORTUNITIES

Remote & In-Person | Project-Based & Ongoing

Kuwento Co. welcomes experienced professionals and independent contractors interested in contributing their expertise to our publishing projects, programs, and business operations.

We are interested in connecting with individuals in the following areas:

Publishing & Editorial

  • Teachers, facilitators, and workshop instructors
  • Publishing coaches and mentors
  • Editors and proofreaders
  • Book typesetters and interior layout specialists
  • Metadata and publishing specialists
  • Customer service and administrative support

Marketing & Sales

  • Marketing and sales professionals
  • Community outreach and recruitment specialists
  • Event coordinators
  • Publicists and communications specialists
  • Social media managers

Design & Creative

  • Graphic designers
  • Book cover and interior book designers
  • Illustrators
  • Creative and visual content specialists

Business Operations & Administration

  • Administrative assistants
  • Project and operations managers
  • Finance and bookkeeping specialists
  • Human resources professionals
  • Business strategists and leadership consultants

Other Areas of Expertise

Have a skill, talent, or area of expertise that could contribute to Kuwento Co.? We welcome you to introduce yourself and share how you envision contributing to our mission.

Benefits of Working With Kuwento Co.

  • Paid project-based or ongoing engagements.
  • Flexible remote and in-person opportunities, depending on project needs.
  • Opportunities to expand your professional portfolio.
  • Professional credit and recognition for eligible contributions.
  • Potential for recurring projects and long-term collaboration.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

High School | College | Graduate Students

Kuwento Co. offers internship opportunities for students interested in gaining practical experience in storytelling, publishing, marketing, communications, creative development, and business operations.

Interns may have opportunities to contribute to active publishing projects, support authors and contributors, assist with editorial and administrative responsibilities, and learn about the many stages of bringing a book to life.

Internship opportunities may include:

  • High School Internship – For high school students interested in exploring publishing, storytelling, and professional development.
  • College Internship – For undergraduate students seeking practical experience and opportunities to apply their academic interests and skills.
  • Graduate Student Internship – For graduate students interested in advanced professional experience, research, publishing, communications, or project development.

Time Commitment & Compensation

Internships typically range from 5–20 hours per week, depending on grade level, and may last 3–6 months or longer, depending on the opportunity, project needs, and individual learning objectives.

Internship positions are initially offered as unpaid learning experiences, where legally permissible, but may lead to paid opportunities or positions with Kuwento Co. as business needs, funding, and available roles allow. Paid opportunities are not guaranteed.

Positions may be available remotely or in person.

Applicants under 18 years of age must have parental or legal guardian consent and meet applicable eligibility requirements before beginning an internship.

What You'll Gain

  • Practical experience working on publishing projects.
  • Training in assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Opportunities to develop new professional skills.
  • Resume and portfolio-building experience.
  • Professional feedback and mentorship.
  • Certificate of completion, upon meeting program requirements.
  • Consideration for future paid opportunities, when available and legally permissible.

APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Specialized Skill Development | Professional Mentorship | Hands-On Experience

Kuwento Co. offers apprenticeship opportunities for individuals who want to develop specialized skills and gain deeper, more focused experience in the publishing industry and related business operations.

Unlike internships, which provide broader exposure to different aspects of a professional environment, apprenticeships are designed around a particular area of practice. Apprentices work toward developing proficiency in their chosen area through hands-on assignments, mentorship, guided practice, and increasing levels of responsibility.

Depending on their interests and qualifications, apprentices may focus on areas such as editorial development, book production, publishing operations, marketing, graphic design, or project management.

Time Commitment & Compensation

Apprenticeships typically range from 10–20 hours per week and may last 3–6 months or longer, depending on the area of specialization, project needs, and individual development goals.

Compensation and engagement arrangements will be established based on the specific apprenticeship opportunity and applicable employment requirements.

Positions may be available remotely or in person.

What You'll Gain

  • Specialized training in your selected area of interest.
  • Hands-on experience with professional assignments.
  • Direct guidance and feedback.
  • Opportunities to develop advanced skills and demonstrate proficiency.
  • Portfolio development and professional work samples.
  • Certificate of completion, upon meeting program requirements.
  • Consideration for future paid projects or contractor positions, when available.

INTERESTED IN WORKING WITH KUWENTO CO.? APPLY NOW!

Whether you're an experienced professional, a student, or an aspiring publishing professional, we invite you to introduce yourself.

Complete our Kuwento Co. Opportunities Application to share your background, interests, professional experience, and the type of opportunity you're seeking.

We look forward to learning more about you and exploring how we might work together.