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Evgenij I.

Kolomyya, Ukraine

$70/hr
5.0
450 jobs

Senior DTP and Microsoft Office document production specialist. 15+ years in the field, 8 years on Upwork - Top Rated Plus, 100% Job Success, 415+ projects delivered. I produce translation-ready and publication-ready documents in Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel - for language service providers, translation agencies, publishers, and B2B clients who need clean, accurate, multilingual files. What I do most: - Multilingual DTP in Adobe InDesign - books, reports, manuals, catalogs, academic and corporate publications. Full RTL and CJK script support, language-specific typographic rules. - Microsoft Word document production - long-form reports, branded templates, structured documents with styles, table of contents, cross-references, and translation-ready files for LSP workflows. - PowerPoint presentations and master templates - corporate decks, brand-aligned master templates, redesigns from raw content. - PDF โ†’ editable conversion (OCR with manual rebuild) as pre- or post-translation file prep, where the output must visually match the source. - Excel templates and formatted spreadsheets when structure and clarity matter more than calculation logic. Why clients return: - I rebuild documents - I don't auto-convert them. - 50+ languages handled, with script-specific typographic rules. - Confidential by default. NDA on request. - Predictable delivery: I quote what I can hold to. Long-term contracts include Morningside (US), Net-Translators (Israel), and a multi-year engagement on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries documentation through a translation partner. I run e-Doc Ltd, a Ukraine-registered agency focused on multilingual document production. For larger volumes, I bring in selected DTP specialists from my network. Send a brief or a sample file - I'll respond with a clear quote and timeline within one business day.

  • Desktop Publishing
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Presentation Design
  • Business Presentation
  • PDF Conversion
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Microsoft Word
  • Generative AI
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Presentations
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Firefly
  • Storytelling
  • Page Layout Design
Hassan A.

Lagos, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
14 jobs

๐——๐—ผ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ ๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ป, ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐˜† ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฒ๐—•๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฑ๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐˜‚๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜† ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—”๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜‡๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ž๐——๐—ฃ ๐—ฝ๐˜‚๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด? I help authors, coaches, and entrepreneurs turn their manuscripts and documents into clean, well-structured, and professionally formatted eBooks. With strong experience in MS Word formatting, eBook layout design, and Amazon KDP publishing, I ensure your content is organized, consistent, and easy to read across all devices. I focus on creating a smooth reading experience by properly structuring your content, applying consistent formatting, and preparing your files to meet publishing standards without errors. ๐—”๐˜€ ๐—ฎ ๐—™๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด & ๐—Ÿ๐—ฎ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜, I handle everything from document cleanup to full eBook formatting ensuring your book is clean, consistent, and professionally structured. I carefully organize your content, apply proper styles, and design a layout that is easy to read and visually appealing. From headings and spacing to fonts and alignment, every detail is handled with precision to give your book a polished, high-quality finish. I also make sure your file meets Amazon KDP standards, so you donโ€™t have to worry about formatting errors or upload issues. The goal is simple deliver a smooth reading experience for your audience and a stress-free publishing process for you. ๐—ช๐—ต๐˜† ๐—–๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€ ๐—›๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ฒ: โœ” Specialist in eBook formatting and layout design โœ” Strong attention to detail and consistency โœ” Knowledge of Amazon KDP publishing standards โœ” Ability to turn raw manuscripts into polished books โœ” Clean and reader-friendly formatting approach โœ” Experience with different book types and niches โœ” Well-structured and organized layouts โœ” Clear and consistent communication โœ” Reliable delivery on time โœ” Error-free and publishing-ready files โœ” Strong typography and layout skills โœ” Focus on readability and user experience โœ” Problem-solving approach to formatting issues โœ” High-quality, professional results โœ” Consistent formatting across all pages ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚โ€™๐—น๐—น ๐—š๐—ฒ๐˜: โœ” Professionally formatted eBook โœ”Professional MS Word formatting โœ” Clean and consistent layout design โœ” Well-structured chapters and sections โœ” Clickable table of contents โœ” Proper margin, spacing, and alignment โœ” Kindle-ready EPUB file โœ” Print-ready PDF โœ” Amazon KDP-ready files โœ” Improved readability and flow โœ” Error-free formatting โœ” Consistent typography and styling โœ” Organized and polished manuscript โœ” Publishing-ready final files ๐—ฃ๐—ฒ๐—ผ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—œ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ ๐—ช๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต: โœ” Authors โœ” Self-published authors โœ” Coaches โœ” Entrepreneurs โœ” Experts โœ” Educators โœ” Content creators โœ” Bloggers โœ” Publishers โœ” Businesses โœ” Startups โœ” Consultants โœ” Course creators โœ” Non-profits If youโ€™re ready to turn your manuscript into a clean, professional, and publishing-ready eBook your audience will enjoy reading, letโ€™s get your book formatted the right way. ๐— ๐˜† ๐—˜๐˜…๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ฒ: MS Word formatting, eBook formatting, eBook layout design, Kindle formatting, Amazon KDP publishing, manuscript formatting, page layout design, book layout & styling, book structure formatting, clickable table of contents creation, chapter formatting and styling, margin and spacing setup, typography and font styling, PDF and EPUB formatting, print-ready formatting, interior book design, file conversion for publishing, formatting error fixing, professional book formatter, layout designer, book interior layout, document cleanup and consistency, Amazon book cover design Layout optimization, publishing-ready file preparation, book interior formatting, style consistency, document structuring, content alignment, formatting for different devices, layout troubleshooting, KDP compliance formatting, digital book formatting, professional document design, text alignment and spacing correction, bleed and trim setup for print books, gutter margin adjustment, header and footer design, page numbering and section breaks setup, drop caps and advanced styling, custom chapter title design, image placement and optimization, table and figure formatting, footnotes and endnotes formatting, hyperlink embedding, clickable navigation setup, EPUB validation and error fixing, PDF file formatting, InDesign layout support, Canva book layout design, reflowable and fixed layout eBooks, paperback and hardcover formatting, book branding and visual consistency Multi-format publishing support, book file resizing and reformatting, OCR cleanup for scanned documents, conversion from PDF to editable Word, formatting for low-content books (journals, planners, workbooks), workbook and activity book design, cookbook formatting, childrenโ€™s book layout formatting, lead magnet and PDF guide design, professional publishing consultation, self-publishing assistance, book upload, visual hierarchy enhancement, whitespace optimization, multi-column formatting, embedded media formatting.

  • Ebook Formatting
  • Document Formatting
  • Book Design
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Book Editing
  • Ebook Design
  • Ebook File Format
  • Ebook Upload
  • Book Cover Design
  • Book Layout
  • KDP Interior
  • Amazon
  • Page Layout Design
  • Book Cover
  • PDF Conversion
  • Layout Design
  • Ebook Writing
  • Microsoft Word
Prince S.

Karachi, Pakistan

$6/hr
5.0
20 jobs

Want to publish your book on Amazon without dealing with multiple freelancers or technical headaches? I help authors, coaches, and business owners turn their manuscripts into professionally published books on Amazon KDP. With experience in 300+ book projects and deep knowledge of the publishing industry, I provide complete end-to-end publishing supportโ€”from manuscript formatting to final book launch. My services include: โœ” Kindle eBook Formatting โœ” Paperback & Hardcover Formatting โœ” Book Cover Design / Resize โœ” Amazon KDP Upload & Error Fixing โœ” A+ Content Design โœ” Print Setup & Publishing Consultation โœ” Book Launch Support Why clients work with me: โ€ข Professional publishing quality โ€ข Fast communication and reliable delivery โ€ข Complete one-stop publishing solution โ€ข Real-world publishing experience and strong industry connections Whether you need simple formatting or full publishing support, I can help bring your book to market professionally and successfully. Letโ€™s turn your manuscript into a premium published book.

  • Editorial Design
  • PDF Conversion
  • Microsoft Word
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Book Editing
  • Print Layout
  • Book Layout
  • EPUB
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Kindle Direct Publishing
  • KDP Interior
  • Amazon
  • Book Cover Design
Jennifer M.

Boca Raton, Florida

$60/hr
4.9
499 jobs

Self-Publishing Expert | Book Editor | Formatter | KDP & IngramSpark Publishing Specialist With over 10 years of experience in the self-publishing industry, I help authors transform their manuscripts into professionally published books. From proofreading and editing to formatting, cover design, publishing, and marketing, I provide end-to-end publishing solutions tailored to each author's goals. My services include: โ€ข Proofreading and Copy Editing โ€ข Manuscript Formatting for Print and eBook โ€ข Amazon KDP Publishing โ€ข IngramSpark Publishing โ€ข Lulu Publishing โ€ข Draft2Digital Distribution โ€ข Publishing Drive Setup โ€ข Custom Book Cover Design โ€ข Kindle & EPUB Formatting โ€ข Metadata Optimization (Keywords & Categories) โ€ข Amazon Listing Optimization โ€ข Book Launch & Marketing Support I have successfully worked with fiction and nonfiction authors, helping them publish professional-quality books across multiple platforms. My goal is to make the publishing process simple, efficient, and stress-free while maximizing your book's visibility and sales potential. Whether you're publishing your first book or expanding your author brand, I'm here to guide you from manuscript to marketplace.

  • Publishing Fundamentals
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Book Cover
  • Ebook Writing
  • Book Proposal
  • Ebook
  • Book Review
  • Book Editing
  • Book
  • Kindle Direct Publishing
  • Book Writing
  • Ebook Upload
  • Book Marketing
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Marketing
Henry I.

Lagos, Nigeria

$10/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Graphic Design, Layout Design, Print Design, Adobe InDesign, and Book Design specialist providing professional book formatting, ebook design, editorial design, publication design, typesetting, EPUB formatting, and print-ready publishing solutions. โญโญโญโญโญ Henry delivered exceptional graphic design, layout design, print design, and Adobe InDesign expertise for my book project. The book was professionally designed and formatted, with excellent editorial design, publication design, and typesetting throughout. The final print-ready PDF and EPUB files met all publishing requirements and uploaded successfully without errors, revisions, or delays. I'm Henry, a Book Design and Ebook Design specialist helping authors, publishers, educators, consultants, and businesses transform completed manuscripts into professionally designed and formatted books ready for publishing and distribution. I specialize in Graphic Design, Layout Design, Print Design, Adobe InDesign, Book Design, Ebook Design, Editorial Design, Publication Design, Book Layout, Book Cover Design, Formatting, Ebook Formatting, Typesetting, and EPUB production for both print and digital publishing. Whether you need Children's Literature projects, Nonfiction books, business publications, educational materials, workbooks, journals, planners, biographies, editorial publications, or ebook conversions, I provide clean, professional, publication-ready interiors designed to meet industry standards. MY SERVICES INCLUDE: Book Design Ebook Design Graphic Design Layout Design Print Design Adobe InDesign Editorial Design Publication Design Book Layout Book Cover Design Formatting Ebook Formatting EPUB Production Typesetting Typography Page Layout Design Print Layout Cover Art Design Book Editing Proofreading Copy Editing Document Formatting PDF Conversion Prepress Publishing Fundamentals Kindle Direct Publishing Book Writing Ebook Writing Content Writing Style Guide Development Printable File Preparation Book Trailer Design Presentation Design Editorial Writing Interior Design Book Illustration TOOLS: Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Microsoft Word Canva Vellum Affinity Designer Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel INDUSTRIES I WORK WITH: Business Nonfiction Children's Literature Education Editorial Publishing Biography Young Adult Health & Wellness Academic Textbook Workbooks Professional Guides Storybooks Publishing Creative Writing FOR SEARCH VISIBILITY: Graphic Design, Layout Design, Print Design, Adobe InDesign, Book, Book Design, Ebook Design, Ebook, Editorial Design, Publication Design, Book Layout, Book Cover, Book Cover Design, Illustration, Adobe Photoshop, EPUB, Formatting, Ebook Formatting, Typesetting, Typography, Nonfiction, Proofreading, Book Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Content Writing, Page Layout Design, Kindle Direct Publishing, Cover Art Design, Microsoft Word, Canva, Publishing Fundamentals, Document Formatting, PDF Conversion, Editorial Writing, Interior Design, Book Illustration. Graphic Design, Layout Design, Print Design, Adobe InDesign, Book Design, Ebook Design, Editorial Design, Publication Design, Book Layout, Formatting, Ebook Formatting, Typesetting, Typography, EPUB, Kindle Direct Publishing, Book Cover Design, Illustration, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Content Writing, Proofreading, Book Editing, Page Layout Design, Document Formatting, Cover Art Design, Publishing Fundamentals, Interior Design, Book Illustration. Graphic Design, Layout Design, Print Design, Adobe InDesign, Book, Book Design, Ebook Design, Ebook, Editorial Design, Publication Design, Book Layout, Book Cover, Book Cover Design, Illustration, Adobe Photoshop, EPUB, Formatting, Ebook Formatting, Typesetting, Typography, Nonfiction, Proofreading, Book Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Content Writing, Page Layout Design, Kindle Direct Publishing, Cover Art Design, Microsoft Word, Canva, Publishing Fundamentals, Document Formatting, PDF Conversion, Editorial Writing, Interior Design, Book Illustration, Copy Editing, Printable File, Prepress, IngramSpark, Vellum, Style Guide Development, Ebook Writing, Creative Writing, Storyboarding, Children's Literature, Young Adult, Business, Biography, WorkBook, Publishing, Adobe Acrobat, Editing & Proofreading, Print Layout, Affinity Designer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Presentation Design, Book Trailer, Book Blurb, Kindle Niche Research, Amazon, Fiction, Children's Book Illustration, Storybook, Color Theory, Health & Wellness, Academic Textbook, Tech & IT, English, Writing.

  • Graphic Design
  • Layout Design
  • Print Design
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Book
  • Book Cover
  • Illustration
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Ebook
  • Book Design
  • Ebook Design
  • Book Cover Design
  • Editorial Design
  • EPUB
  • Publication Design
  • Book Layout
  • Formatting
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Nonfiction
  • Ebook Writing
Ayoniran O.

Ibadan, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Your manuscript deserves more than a Word document. I turn author drafts into professionally formatted, publish-ready books for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and beyond โ€” print, eBook, and full interior layout included. I specialize in helping authors and publishers handle the parts that often delay publication: editing, layout, cover design, and book marketing materials. Whether you're releasing your first book or building your author brand, I make sure every part of your project looks professional and works together. What sets me apart is end-to-end publishing support under one roof. Most freelancers handle formatting or editing โ€” I cover both, plus cover design, EPUB conversion, and promotional visuals. You don't need to coordinate five different people to get your book to market. Every formatting or typesetting order also includes a free promotional design package: a custom bookmark, book teaser graphic, social banner, or launch flyer โ€” my way of helping your book get noticed beyond the pages. A good book isnโ€™t just about the words on the page. Readers notice the formatting, the cover, the flow, and even the promotional materials before they decide to trust your work. Thatโ€™s why I offer complete publishing support from manuscript preparation to promotion. Here's what I can handle for your project: โœ” Book formatting & typesetting (print and eBook) โœ” Interior layout design for paperback and hardcover โœ” EPUB and Kindle file formatting โœ” Developmental, line, and copy editing โœ” Proofreading and final manuscript polish โœ” Book cover design (front, spine, full wrap) โœ” Book trailer creation โœ” Promotional graphics: launch flyers, social banners, author visuals โœ” Upload-ready files for KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, Draft2Digital I work across fiction, nonfiction, memoirs, children's books, workbooks, devotionals, journals, cookbooks, and low-content projects. Tools: Adobe InDesign, Affinity Publisher, Vellum, Atticus, Calibre, Canva, Microsoft Word, Reedsy Book Editor. I pay attention to the small details many people skip: margins, page balance, chapter spacing, font pairing, trim size, bleed, paragraph styles, print specifications, and platform compliance. Those details are what make a book feel professionally published. For promotion, I also create visual assets that help your book get noticed, from trailers to flyers to launch graphics that fit your audience and genre. A strong book deserves strong presentation, both inside and outside the pages. 5-star rated on Upwork. Certified book editor and formatter (Authors Den). I pay close attention to the details that separate amateur layouts from professional ones: margins, page balance, chapter spacing, font pairing, trim size, bleed, paragraph styles, and full platform compliance. Those details are what make a reader trust your book before they read a single word. 5-star rated on Upwork. Certified book editor and formatter (Authors Den). I pay close attention to the details that separate amateur layouts from professional ones: margins, page balance, chapter spacing, font pairing, trim size, bleed, paragraph styles, and full platform compliance. Those details are what make a reader trust your book before they read a single word. Book Editing, Book Formatting, Proofreading, Typesetting, eBook Formatting, Kindle Direct Publishing, IngramSpark, Adobe InDesign, Affinity Publisher, EPUB Conversion, Paperback Design, Hardcover Layout, Book Cover Design, Book Trailer, Book Promotion, Publishing Design, Interior Layout, Manuscript Editing, Print Design, Copy Editing, Line Editing, Developmental Editing, Manuscript Formatting, Publishing Assistance, Author Support, Book Layout Design, Print Book Formatting, eBook Conversion, Book Publishing, Publishing Consultant, Book Launch Support, Book Marketing, Author Branding, Promo Graphics, Book Mockup Design, Adobe InDesign, Affinity Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Calibre, Microsoft Word, Reedsy Book Editor, Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, Draft2Digital, Barnes & Noble Press, Apple Books, Childrenโ€™s Book Formatting, Cookbook Formatting, Journal Design, Workbook Design, Devotional Book Layout, Memoir Formatting, Novel Formatting, Christian Book Design.

  • Publishing
  • Typesetting
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Kindle Direct Publishing
  • Book Layout
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Book Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Book Cover Design
  • Book Marketing
  • Ebook Design
  • Book Trailer
  • Line Editing
  • Graphic Design

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At A Glance: Desktop Publishing

The creation of a wide array of documents is a valuable and central component of how many companies and organizations handle their communication. The way documents are organized and presented visually is known as the page layout, and it can be created and manipulated using a variety of typography skills and techniques to generate the ideal visual space. The growth in personal processing power that has come with the computer age has allowed individuals and businesses to produce quality page layouts for any use with the help of professional software. This set of skills and software is known as desktop publishing, and it allows a high level of customization for any business when creating and distributing documents.

Desktop publishing specialists are highly skilled artists with experience in page layout design and implementation. Professionals on Upwork can come from software and computer backgrounds or art and design backgrounds, providing you and your project with a range of skills and talents to choose from. If your project is looking to create a printed flier, eBook, magazine, or internal company memo, a desktop publishing specialist can collaborate with you to identify important visual elements and produce a highly readable and attractive final product. Desktop publishing is done on personal computers and is therefore available to be done remotely. This, combined with the ability to transfer digital files quickly and easily over the Internet, makes hiring a freelance desktop publishing specialist a flexible and cost-effective solution for any page layout need.