Astrology Enthuiast, Writer & Editorial Designer / Senior Designer

Astrology Enthusiast, Writer & Canva Editorial Designer Needed for 2027 Astrology Calendar and Guided Journal ## Project overview I am developing a premium 2027 Astrology Calendar and Guided Journal that combines verified astrological events, practical interpretations, monthly journaling exercises, moon reflections, and zodiac-specific guidance. I am looking for either: * One multidisciplinary freelancer who can research, write, and design the complete product, or * A small team with clearly defined astrology, writing, and editorial design responsibilities This is not intended to be a generic horoscope planner or a typical purple “galaxy” astrology template. The final product should feel thoughtful, editorial, refined, accurate, and commercially competitive. ## Initial project scope The first version will include: * One universal 2027 astrology calendar and journal * Approximately 110–130 designed pages * Twelve monthly sections * A complete annual astrology overview * One pilot zodiac-specific insert * An editable Canva source file * Print-ready and digital PDF versions Once the initial version and zodiac template are approved, the project may expand into all 12 zodiac editions. ## Astrology research responsibilities The selected freelancer must research and verify the major astrological events of 2027 using a reliable ephemeris or professional astrology software. Events may include: * New Moons and Full Moons * Solar and lunar eclipses * Planetary retrograde stations * Planetary direct stations * Planetary sign ingresses * Major planetary aspects * Equinoxes and solstices * Lunar Node changes * Chiron stations and sign changes * Major annual planetary themes The calendar will use Western tropical astrology unless otherwise agreed. All data must be organized in a master spreadsheet containing: * Date * Exact time, where applicable * Timezone * Planet or celestial body * Sign * Degree, where relevant * Event category * Short calendar label * Written interpretation * Research source Accuracy is extremely important. Applicants should explain which ephemeris, software, or calculation sources they use and how they verify dates that may change according to timezone. ## Writing responsibilities The freelancer will help create clear, original, accessible English-language content, including: * How to use the calendar * Astrology symbols and terminology guide * Planet and zodiac sign introductions * Major themes of 2027 * Monthly astrological themes * Short interpretations of important events * Monthly intention-setting prompts * New Moon and Full Moon reflection prompts * End-of-month reflection pages * Annual review pages * Zodiac-specific guidance * Affirmations and journaling prompts The writing should feel insightful and emotionally engaging without becoming vague, repetitive, overly predictive, or filled with generic horoscope language. The calendar should clearly separate verifiable event data from interpretive astrology content. ## Zodiac-specific insert The initial project will include one pilot zodiac insert, likely Aries, Virgo, or Capricorn. This section may include: * The sign’s main 2027 theme * Career and purpose * Relationships * Money and resources * Personal growth * Supportive periods * More demanding periods * Sign-specific affirmations * Original journal prompts The pilot insert will become the structural template for the remaining 11 signs if the project continues. ## Design responsibilities The complete publication should be designed in Canva and remain fully editable. The base calendar should remain visually consistent, while zodiac editions may use different accent colors. Any fonts, illustrations, icons, photographs, or graphic assets must be commercially licensed for use in a product that will be sold. ## Proposed publication structure The product may contain: 1. Cover and introduction 2. How to use the journal 3. Astrology symbols and terminology 4. Personal birth information page 5. 2027 intentions 6. Annual astrological overview 7. Major events timeline 8. Twelve monthly calendar sections 9. Monthly cosmic event guides 10. New Moon and Full Moon reflections 11. Monthly intentions 12. End-of-month reflections 13. Annual review 14. One zodiac-specific insert 15. Notes pages The final structure will be refined collaboratively before the complete book is produced. ## Expected deliverables * Approved content and page architecture * Complete 2027 astrological event spreadsheet * Research source log * Complete written manuscript * One fully developed sample month * One pilot zodiac insert * Complete editable Canva publication * Print-ready PDF * Digital PDF * Basic typography and visual style guide * List of licensed graphic assets * Two reasonable revision rounds * Final proofreading and astrological data check ## Ideal candidate You should have several of the following: * Strong knowledge of Western astrology *this is crucial * Experience working with professional ephemeris data * Astrology writing or publishing experience * Long-form editorial or workbook design experience * Advanced Canva skills * Strong written English * Excellent attention to detail * Experience preparing printable digital products * Ability to maintain consistency across more than 100 pages Experience with astrology journals, planners, spiritual publications, guided workbooks, or self-publishing products is highly relevant. If you haven't please don't waste your connects. I'm looking for a designer who already knows the astrology content and UNDERSTAND it. ## Application questions Please include: 1. Examples of relevant astrology writing or research. 2. Examples of planners, journals, workbooks, or long-form publications you have designed. 3. The astrology software or ephemeris sources you use. 4. How you would verify event dates and timezones. 5. Your estimated hours for the universal calendar and one zodiac insert. 6. Your hourly rate. 7. Your availability and estimated project schedule. 8. Which part of the project is your strongest area: astrology, writing, or design. Please do not send only general social media graphics or logo examples. I am specifically interested in relevant long-form editorial, journal, calendar, astrology, or publication work. Please provide a realistic estimate rather than promising an unusually low number of hours.