Amazon KDP Publishing Manager with 9+ years of A–Z publishing experience, handling paperback, hardcover, and eBooks from manuscript formatting to compliant KDP submission and ranking-focused optimization. Skilled in keyword research, category optimization, Amazon Ads setup, and A+ content creation to improve visibility and conversion.

Waqas Hussain

Amazon KDP Publishing Manager with 9+ years of A–Z publishing experience, handling paperback, hardcover, and eBooks from manuscript formatting to compliant KDP submission and ranking-focused optimization. Skilled in keyword research, category optimization, Amazon Ads setup, and A+ content creation to improve visibility and conversion.

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Amazon KDP Publishing Manager with 9+ years of A–Z publishing experience, handling paperback, hardcover, and eBooks from manuscript formatting to compliant KDP submission and ranking-focused optimization. Skilled in keyword research, category optimization, Amazon Ads setup, and A+ content creation to improve visibility and conversion.

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Work Experience

Independent Publishing Consultant
January 1, 2019 - Present
Ran niche research and market validation for publishing opportunities. Managed the full publishing workflow independently, including listing optimization for ranking and conversion. Provided guidance from manuscript work through submission readiness and ongoing optimization to support growth.
Independent Publishing Consultant at Remote
January 1, 2019 - Present
Managed the full publishing workflow independently through niche research and market validation. Conducted keyword/category research, optimized book listings for ranking and conversion, and managed publishing tasks from manuscript to publish-ready output. Advised on launch planning and performance scaling for KDP and related digital publishing workflows.
Amazon KDP Publishing Specialist at Upwork
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Delivered A–Z KDP publishing services including formatting, uploading, pricing, and listing optimization. Applied keyword research and backend keyword/category strategies to improve visibility and ranking. Supported full publishing workflow execution in line with Amazon KDP and Kindle guidelines, focusing on conversion and search performance improvements.
Pro KDP Publisher & Publishing Manager at Fiverr
January 1, 2017 - Present
Managed 300+ Amazon KDP book publishing projects end-to-end. Produced paperback, hardcover, and Kindle eBook formatting with professional layout, typography, and layout setup aligned to KDP requirements (trim size, bleed, margins). Performed keyword research and backend/category optimization to improve discoverability, created optimized listings, and developed A+ Content. Set up, managed, and optimized Amazon Ads as part of launch strategy and scaling. Ensured 100% KDP compliance for submissions and maintained publishing workflow from manuscript preparation through upload, pricing, and launch readiness.

Education

MPhil (MBA) – Accounting & Finance at University of Sindh
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at University of Sindh
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
MPhil (MBA) – Accounting & Finance at University of Sindh
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at University of Sindh
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

ACCA (Part Qualified)
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2026
ACCA (Part Qualified)
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Financial Services