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I am a highly skilled Creative Professional with a proven track record in book editing, design, and marketing, combined with strong expertise in creative project management. I specialise in supporting self-published authors and indie publishers by providing end-to-end book production services that ensure your story shines and reaches the right audience. From meticulous manuscript editing (structural, line, and copy editing) to professional interior book layout design (using Adobe InDesign), eye-catching cover design (Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator), and effective book marketing campaigns (PR, social media, email marketing, Amazon ads), I handle every detail to help you launch your book successfully. What I Offer: * Book Editing: Comprehensive editing services that polish your manuscript for clarity, consistency, and readability, including proofreading and fact-checking. * Book Design: Professional formatting and layout for print and digital versions, ensuring your book meets industry standards (print and eBook). * Cover Design: Custom, genre-appropriate book covers designed to attract your target readers. * Self-Publishing Support: Expertise in publishing on Amazon KDP and other platforms, including ISBN registration and metadata optimisation. * Book Marketing & Promotion: Creating and managing targeted marketing strategies, PR, social media campaigns, email newsletters, and Amazon advertising, to boost visibility and sales. * Creative Project Management: Efficient coordination of all creative and production phases, team management, timeline tracking, and client communication to ensure smooth, on-time delivery. Experience Highlights: * Successfully self-published a memoir (2022) and a children’s story collection (2025), managing editing, design, publishing, and marketing independently. * Currently working on several new book projects, providing ongoing editing, design, and publishing support for upcoming releases. Why Work With Me? * End-to-End Service: I manage the entire book creation process, so you can focus on writing. * Detail-Oriented: I bring precision and care to every project stage to enhance quality and professionalism. * Proven Success: Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality books that connect with readers and perform well in the market. * Client-Focused: I tailor solutions to your goals and audience, ensuring your book stands out in a crowded market. * Clear Communication: Transparent, timely updates and a collaborative approach guarantee you’re involved and informed. Tools & Software:
Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, MailChimp, Amazon KDP, Trello, ClickUp, Notion. Let’s bring your book vision to life with expert editing, professional design, and strategic marketing.
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Are you looking for that original poem that expresses your ideas on paper? You can't find the words to express yourself or capture that moment. I am a published Author and Illustrator of a children's rhyming book amazon.com/author/rene.curtis. Do you need someone with great Photoshop skills to do a book cover or layout? With many years of graphic design experience and writing poetry, I pride myself on my original lines of rhyme. My creativity and high work standard and the ability to collaborate and work with clients, to make their ideas visual. I'm flexible with an eye for detail. I can design both practical, engaging eBook covers as well as their interior design. I've worked on Data entry projects, transcription projects as well as courseware design. My other passions are drawing and I have tertiary experience in photography.

With over 18 years of experience in the industry I pride myself in delivering quality work. I offer creative, professional graphic design for any size company. My services include: Typesetting, graphics, illustration, design, layout, print production. I accept content in all formats, to make-ready professional books, manuals, and other graphic design materials. I work with many self-published authors and have experience in Print on Demand services such as: Amazon KDP, Ingram Spark, etc. I am currently using Adobe CC as well as Affinity Apps. I offer great communication and quick turnaround. The finished artwork received from me is print or upload ready to client specifications. I am able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Tired of wrestling with messy layouts or inconsistent formatting? Know the page should look better than this, but not sure how to fix it? I’ll handle the interior design so your book looks as polished as your words — and save you the headache. I’m a language specialist with a degree in Language Practice — a program that combined editing, translation, and book design fundamentals. Trained in typesetting and editorial design, I help authors and small or self-publishers turn raw manuscripts into clean, professional, print-ready books. I'm currently using Microsoft Word and actively transitioning into Affinity Publisher. I also offer beta reading with a language-first lens, so if you’re looking for honest, thoughtful feedback before the design stage, I’ve got you covered. HERE IS WHAT I CAN HELP YOU WITH → Interior Book Formatting – consistent styles, clean spacing, and professional, easy-to-read chapter layout tailored for you → Print-Ready Prep – margins, bleed, trim sizes, and file export for print-on-demand → Manuscript Cleanup – light text formatting and layout smoothing → Table of Contents – linked, structured, and reader-friendly → Page Styling – headings, drop caps, section breaks, folios, and front/back matter → Beta Reading – clear, constructive feedback with a focus on language and reader experience TOOLS I USE DAILY Microsoft Word | Canva | Affinity Publisher (in progress) WHY WORK WITH ME? → Background in Language & Design → Trained in book formatting principles → Detail-driven, calm communicator, and deadline-ready FORMAL EDUCATION 🎓 BA in Literature & Linguistics – trained to read critically, analyze structure and style, and understand how language influences meaning and tone 🎓 Specialization in Language Practice – trained in editing, translation, editorial design, interior book formatting, and subtitling workflows Ready to bring your book to life on the inside? Let’s get your pages publication-ready.

I am a passionate and skilled international graphic designer with over five years of professional experience and a strong background in graphic design, social media management (four years), and industry-standard design software (10 years). I also have two years experience in Figma. My expertise spans corporate identity, editorial design, advertising, surface pattern design, packaging, and photography. Education & Certifications: BA in Visual Communication (Illustration & Graphic Design) – Open Window, South Africa Immersion Course by Bonnie Christine with final score of 92% (Certificate in Surface Pattern Design, 2025). I have 2 Art Therapy Certificates from Alison with both a final score of 80% (2026). Certificate in Transcription and courses completed in SEO and Instagram Marketing Professional Experience: Currently Canva Video editor at Idea Kaleidoscope Surface Designer at Growing Paper Freelance graphic Designer at Catman audio and Luxe Wagon 2025 Freelance Website Designer at Jozi Shop 2025 Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager – More Pleaze, Rich Turtle (Managed social media, blogs, graphics, and newsletters) Virtual Assistant & Designer – Grand Noir Salon, Baloedesigns (Client communication, social media, banners, and backdrops) Freelance Graphic Designer – Thinktank Creative, Agile Coach Whisperer, Silber Studios (Corporate identity, LinkedIn ads, wedding photo editing) Textile Designer – Heidi Carey, Design Team Fabrics, Hadley Pollet, Auth'Afrique and Sheila Madge (Traditional & digital pattern design, recoloring, pattern setup) Sales – Golden Goose Artistry (South African brand & art sales) Entrepreneur – Founder of Happy-go-ella (Surface pattern design brand) Notable Achievements: Awarded Best Art Student during matriculation Illustration work showcased at Open Window (2017, 2018) Packaging designs featured for Tikvah & Paul’s Homemade Ice Cream in local stores. Generated over R500,000 in sales for Society6 with a single pattern Contributed in Baloedesigns becoming 5 star Etsy business On Upwork I have 95% Job Success. I am eager to contribute my creativity, expertise, and dedication to your organization’s success. Best regards, Elsabe Carina Blake