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Kenneth J.

Book Cover Design & Layout Specialist | Adobe InDesign & KDP Expert

San Antonio, Texas
$15 per hour
75 jobs
$40K+ total earnings

Don't let a bad cover or messy layout kill your book sales. You have written a great story, but in a crowded market, readers judge a book by its cover in seconds. I specialize in Graphic Design for authors, transforming manuscripts into high-converting Book Covers and flawless Layout Design that ensures your work gets noticed. I bridge the gap between creative Cover Art Design and technical publishing. Whether you are publishing on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or Lulu, I ensure your files are market-ready. My Specialized Book Services: Bestselling Book & Ebook Design: I use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create genre-specific covers. From bold non-fiction typography to complex Illustration for fiction, I ensure your Brand Identity stands out on the digital shelf. Expert Typesetting & Interior: Using industry-standard Adobe InDesign, I handle headers, drop caps, and margins to create a polished Publication Design. Print Design & Production: I manage the technical side of print, ensuring your bleed, trim, and spine width are perfect for paperback and hardcover. Niche Expertise: I have specific workflows for Children's Book Illustration layouts, poetry, and Editorial Design for magazines or white papers. Digital Formatting: I convert your Book into flawless EPUB files that work perfectly on Kindle and tablets. Why Work With Me? I don't just "make things pretty." I provide design solutions that solve business problems. My Layout Design ensures readability, and my covers maximize click-through rates. Ready to publish a bestseller? Send me a message, and let's bring your vision to life.

Troy H.

Graphic Designer

Knoxville, Tennessee
$25 per hour
29 jobs
$5K+ total earnings

Hi, I’m Troy! I’m a graphic designer with a BA in Digital Art & Design from Full Sail University, 15 years professional experience, and hands on print shop production experience. I specialize in fast, clean, production-ready design for small business and the entertainment industry. I create everything from social posts, album art that stands out on online, and event flyers flyers to full merch lines, social media assets, and marketing materials. If you need reliable design work with quick turnaround times and clear communication, I can help! Send me a message with your project and I’ll let you know how I’d approach it and get started quickly.

Stasia F.

Book Cover Designer | Print & Marketing Design

Maricopa, Arizona
$30 per hour
12 jobs
$500+ total earnings

**A great design doesn't just look beautiful—it gets results.** I specialize in story-driven book cover design that helps authors capture attention, communicate genre, and connect with readers before they turn the first page. Whether you're publishing contemporary romance, thrillers, women's fiction, fantasy, or nonfiction, I create covers that are both visually compelling and commercially competitive. In addition to book covers, I design professional marketing materials that help businesses present themselves with confidence. From real estate flyers and brochures to social media graphics, advertisements, and promotional materials, I create clean, polished designs that communicate your message clearly and leave a lasting impression. Every project begins by understanding your goals. I believe the best design comes from collaboration, thoughtful communication, and attention to detail—not one-size-fits-all templates. My focus is creating work that not only looks professional but serves a purpose, whether that's helping a reader click "Buy Now" or helping a business attract its next customer. **Services include:** • eBook Cover Design • Paperback & Full-Wrap Covers • Book Series Branding • Author Marketing Graphics • Real Estate Flyers • Brochures & Print Advertising • Social Media Graphics • Promotional Marketing Materials **Software** Adobe Photoshop • Adobe Illustrator • Adobe InDesign • Adobe Firefly If you're looking for a designer who communicates clearly, values collaboration, and takes pride in creating polished, professional work, I'd love to hear about your project.

Griffin S.

Animator, Illustrator, and Graphic-Designer

Los Angeles, California
$39 per hour
8 jobs
$1K+ total earnings

I’m an animator, illustrator, and designer based in Los Angeles. My work moves between 2D animation, motion graphics, merch and tour branding, web design, and beyond. I’ve collaborated with artists, filmmakers, streamers, festivals, and musicians like King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard—each project approached like it’s the only one that matters. What I offer is straightforward: clarity, consistency, and visuals that stay lodged in the mind long after the screen’s gone dark. Quick-turnaround edits or fully realized animated worlds—it makes no difference. The process stays sharp. The result stays memorable. Disciplines: 2D Animation | Motion Graphics | Graphic Design | Illustration | Merch & Tour Design | Web Design | Video Editing | Album Art | Social Media Assets Ready when you are.

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