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Smags D.

Smags D.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Job Success
Top Rated

Book Layout Design & Formatting | Self-Publishing Specialist

"Most people don’t notice a book’s interior . . . until it’s done wrong!" Hi, I’m Smags, a book-layout designer and typesetting/formatting specialist. Your book’s interior layout design and typesetting are vital in conveying professionalism, genre-specificity, and, crucially, ensuring it reads well. The tiny details reveal the effort and attention you’ve poured into your creation — getting these details right makes a good impression on your readers and indicates that you’re a master at your craft. I am experienced in InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, Atticus, and Microsoft Word, and I have a deep passion for typography. I will meticulously transform your raw content into a polished, professional product that will attract the attention it deserves and have the opportunity to thrive. I can: • Ensure you get all the details right and publish your book in print or digital format. Deliverables are according to your POD platform’s specifications which can be: o PDF for print books o Standard EPUB Format o Fixed Layout EPUB for complex and colour books targeted to tablet devices o Standard Kindle Format for Amazon o Fixed Layout for Kindle for complex and colour books targeted to tablet devices • Guide and assist with self-publishing processes on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or other POD platforms • Provide a proofreading service if your content needs a fresh pair of eyes to catch any last lingering errors. Proofreading includes: o Checking and correcting punctuation errors o Checking and correcting minor grammar and spelling errors o Ensuring consistency (punctuation, grammar, spelling, and dialect preference) Please refer to my sample portfolio to see what you can expect if you work with me. I look forward to connecting and collaborating!
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Sep 22, 2022 - Sep 29, 2022

"Smags did an outstanding job preparing our project for publication. Very professional meticulous and punctual."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jun 1, 2022 - Jun 6, 2022

"Smags never fails to impress with her attention to detail. Always precise, consistent and professional."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Apr 22, 2022 - Apr 30, 2022

"Excellent"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Apr 21, 2022 - Apr 26, 2022

"Thank you for your help!"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Apr 2, 2022 - Apr 11, 2022

"Outstanding professional work as always. Thank you for assisting in taking the project to the next level!"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Mar 15, 2022 - Mar 18, 2022

"Outstanding work as usual - thanks again for going the extra mile Smags."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Mar 2, 2022 - Mar 4, 2022

"Very refreshing to work with a freelancer that delivers beyond expectations. Very professional with clear and responsive communication. Thank you for the outstanding work Smags, you will be hearing from us again soon!"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Feb 12, 2022 - Feb 15, 2022

"Working with Smags was a thoroughly positive experience. She provides valuable insight and is responsive to feedback throughout the editing process. She is very professional and knowledgeable, and her attention to detail is an asset for the successful completion of any contract. Completely thrilled with the result and I would highly recommend her to anyone. Will definitely be working with her again in the future. She is a pleasure to work with."

Private earnings
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Book Mockup
Book formatting, cover & layout design
Book formatting, cover & layout design
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Smags D.

Smags D.

Johannesburg, South Africa
Job Success
Top Rated
19
Total Jobs
4
Total Hours

Book Layout Design & Formatting | Self-Publishing Specialist

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"Most people don’t notice a book’s interior . . . until it’s done wrong!" Hi, I’m Smags, a book-layout designer and typesetting/formatting specialist. Your book’s interior layout design and typesetting are vital in conveying professionalism, genre-specificity, and, crucially, ensuring it reads well. The tiny details reveal the effort and attention you’ve poured into your creation — getting these details right makes a good impression on your readers and indicates that you’re a master at your craft. I am experienced in InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, Atticus, and Microsoft Word, and I have a deep passion for typography. I will meticulously transform your raw content into a polished, professional product that will attract the attention it deserves and have the opportunity to thrive. I can: • Ensure you get all the details right and publish your book in print or digital format. Deliverables are according to your POD platform’s specifications which can be: o PDF for print books o Standard EPUB Format o Fixed Layout EPUB for complex and colour books targeted to tablet devices o Standard Kindle Format for Amazon o Fixed Layout for Kindle for complex and colour books targeted to tablet devices • Guide and assist with self-publishing processes on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or other POD platforms • Provide a proofreading service if your content needs a fresh pair of eyes to catch any last lingering errors. Proofreading includes: o Checking and correcting punctuation errors o Checking and correcting minor grammar and spelling errors o Ensuring consistency (punctuation, grammar, spelling, and dialect preference) Please refer to my sample portfolio to see what you can expect if you work with me. I look forward to connecting and collaborating!
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Sep 22, 2022 - Sep 29, 2022

"Smags did an outstanding job preparing our project for publication. Very professional meticulous and punctual."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jun 1, 2022 - Jun 6, 2022

"Smags never fails to impress with her attention to detail. Always precise, consistent and professional."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Apr 22, 2022 - Apr 30, 2022

"Excellent"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Apr 21, 2022 - Apr 26, 2022

"Thank you for your help!"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Apr 2, 2022 - Apr 11, 2022

"Outstanding professional work as always. Thank you for assisting in taking the project to the next level!"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Mar 15, 2022 - Mar 18, 2022

"Outstanding work as usual - thanks again for going the extra mile Smags."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Mar 2, 2022 - Mar 4, 2022

"Very refreshing to work with a freelancer that delivers beyond expectations. Very professional with clear and responsive communication. Thank you for the outstanding work Smags, you will be hearing from us again soon!"

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Feb 12, 2022 - Feb 15, 2022

"Working with Smags was a thoroughly positive experience. She provides valuable insight and is responsive to feedback throughout the editing process. She is very professional and knowledgeable, and her attention to detail is an asset for the successful completion of any contract. Completely thrilled with the result and I would highly recommend her to anyone. Will definitely be working with her again in the future. She is a pleasure to work with."

Private earnings
Smags D. has more jobs. Create an account to review them

Portfolio

Book Mockup
Book Mockup
Book formatting, cover & layout design
Book formatting, cover & layout design
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Skills

More than 30 hrs/week

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