Digitization and Formatting of a Printed Booklet for Mendable.ai

I'm seeking a skilled freelancer to assist in converting a printed booklet into a digital TXT format for upload to mendable.ai. The booklet comprises approximately 240 small pages, with each page containing around 24 lines of text and 66 characters per line. This task requires careful scanning, OCR (Optical Character Recognition) processing, and specific text formatting to ensure the digital version is optimized for use with mendable.ai. Key Tasks: Scanning and OCR Conversion: Digitally scan each page of the booklet and use OCR technology to accurately extract the text. The focus is on producing a clean, searchable text output. Text Formatting and Cleanup: Apply special conventions for text formatting: Italics: Represent italics by surrounding the text with single asterisks (text). Bold: Represent bold text by surrounding it with double asterisks (text). Headlines: For larger text, such as headlines, use a leading hash symbol (#Headline) to denote its significance. Remove all headers, footers, and page numbers to ensure the text is free of any such elements. Content Organization: The final document should begin with the Table of Contents. Follow the Table of Contents with each chapter formatted as one long, coherent text block. Conclude the document with the Glossary. Ensure all other content not specified above is removed for a streamlined final product. Deliverables: A single TXT file containing the digitized and formatted booklet content, ready for upload to mendable.ai. The file must be optimized for the smallest possible size without sacrificing text clarity and integrity. Preferred Skills and Experience: Experience with document digitization, particularly in scanning and OCR technologies. Proficiency in text formatting and editing for digital platforms. Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. Ability to work independently to meet project deadlines. Previous experience with large-scale digitization projects is a plus. Applicants should be prepared to provide samples of previous work, demonstrating their capabilities in similar projects. Application Instructions: Please submit your application, including any relevant work samples or experiences that highlight your ability to undertake this project. Detail your approach to the task and any previous projects of a similar nature. Project Timeline: The project is expected to commence immediately upon selection of the right candidate, with a preferred completion timeline to be discussed. This freelance task is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion for digitization and text formatting. Your efforts will contribute significantly to making valuable printed content accessible and usable on mendable.ai. I look forward to reviewing your applications and embarking on this project together!