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Emily L.

Revelstoke, Canada

$75/hr
4.9
71 jobs

As a designer with a background in architecture, I partner with B2C + CPG brands to build cohesive brand systems. I specialize in bridging the gap between branding, marketing, digital presence and physical experiences. From visual identity to supporting brand collateral, I ensure every touchpoint works together as part of an intentional whole. This is especially valuable for brands that are growing, rebranding, or preparing to launch. I specialize in consumer facing brands across hospitality, services, and product-based businesses. Services Offered: - Visual Identity: Logo suite, color palettes, typography, graphic elements, and brand guidelines - Brand Strategy: Brand voice, competitor analysis, and creative direction - Brand Collateral: Packaging design, print materials, and merchandise - Web + Graphics: UX/UI for brand-aligned websites and social media graphics Why clients work with me: - Clear and thoughtful communication - Strong attention to detail and craft - A strategic process grounded in real-world application - Consistent delivery and professionalism If you’re looking for a professional creative partner to bring your ideas to life, let's chat!

  • Editorial
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Layout Design
  • Magazine Layout
  • Book Design
  • Book Layout
  • Book Cover
  • Conversion to Ebook
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Ebook Design
  • Kindle Direct Publishing
  • Editorial Design
  • Poster Design
Maria Veronica M.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

$15/hr
4.9
223 jobs

Hi, I’m Veronica a graphic designer with over 15 years of experience, professionally formed in Ecuador and Argentina. 👑 I help turn ideas into beautifully designed, functional products that people actually enjoy using. If you’re looking for a designer who balances aesthetics with usability in journals, or workbooks, you’re in the right place. 👑 Most designers use the same generic Canva templates, resulting in a flooded market of lookalike planners and amateur-looking layouts. I don’t do templates. 👑 I build custom, high-end editorial layouts from scratch in Adobe InDesign, turning your raw manuscript into a sophisticated visual asset. I combine strict marketing psychology with flawless typography to ensure your content converts, commands authority, and stands completely naked of the "self-published" look. 👑 Top Rated - 15 Years - 200+ Projects - Zero KDP Rejections. 👑 Custom journals, planners amd workbooks and high-end low-content books engineered for KDP and Print. Because I design from the ground up rather than recycling overused digital assets, your products will instantly stand out from the sea of stock competition. 👑 With a strong eye for design and a deep understanding of user experience, I create layouts that are not only visually appealing but also intuitive and engaging. Whether you’re building a product for print or Amazon, or developing a workbook for your clients, I bring your content to life with clarity and purpose. 👑 Some reviews from my clients: - "I worked with Maria Veronica because I have high quality standards. I wanted my project to be better than the competition's, so I was willing to pay more, but I wanted very good work. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Veronica is exceptional! If I could give a 10+ rating, I would! She helped me create my first journal, Collecting Miracles. The design was beautiful! It looks and feels high-end, premium. And I hear this from my customers all the time. I don't know how she did it, but she patiently helped me put what was in my head on paper for the journal's design. She listened to my feedback and incorporated my suggestions into the product. She always communicated well and was thorough in everything she did. I cannot wait to use her again for my future journals." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 👑 What you can expect: • A collaborative partner who collaborates and helps, gives appropriate design advice, and looks for solutions • Clean, on-brand designs ready for print or Amazon KDP use • Thoughtful layout and formatting that enhances user interaction 💼 Let’s work together to design a journal, planner, or workbook that doesn’t just look great it truly works. Thank you, Veronica

  • Layout Design
  • Formatting
  • Editorial Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Page Layout Design
  • Editorial Translation
  • English
  • Book Layout
  • Book Cover
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Typography
  • Book Design
  • Spanish
Angelie Jane P.

Tayabas, Philippines

$10/hr
4.9
12 jobs

Hi! I’m a Magna Cum Laude Multimedia Arts graduate with 2+ years of hands-on experience helping brands and creators produce content that captures attention and drives engagement. I specialize in turning raw ideas into high-performing social media visuals, polished videos, and professional layouts. With real-world experience as a product model and photo/video editor for an e-commerce company, I understand both the creative and marketing side of content, not just how it looks, but how it converts. 🚀 Core Services 🎬 Video Editing & Content Creation Short-form videos for TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts Long-form YouTube and travel vlog editor projects Talking-head and educational video edits Scroll-stopping cuts, captions, and transitions CapCut editor and Adobe Premiere Pro editor 🎨 Graphic Design & Visual Branding Social media graphics and marketing creatives YouTube thumbnails designed for high CTR Brand kits and templates (Canva expert Philippines) Promotional banners and digital ads Professional PowerPoint presentation design 📚 Editorial & Digital Publishing Recipe ebook designer for cookbooks and digital products Magazine layout designer and editorial spreads Print-ready files using Canva and Adobe InDesign Clean, modern layouts that enhance readability 🖌 Illustration & Creative Art Custom character illustrator services High-quality vector and vexel artist work Stylized portraits and concept art Graphics for personal brands and businesses 📱 Social Media Support Content creation and visual optimization Experience managing YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter Platform-aware design for better reach and engagement 🛠 Tools & Platforms Design & Editing: Canva, CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe InDesign, Clipchamp Productivity & Support: Microsoft PowerPoint, ClickUp, Asana, Worksnaps, Google Workspace, DeepL, Toggl Track Platforms Experienced: YouTube • Instagram • Facebook • Pinterest • Twitter ✨ Why Clients Choose Me ✔ Magna Cum Laude Multimedia Arts graduate ✔ 2 years of proven experience in graphic design and video editing ✔ Real e-commerce background (product modeling + ad editing) ✔ Detail-oriented with strong visual storytelling skills ✔ Fast turnaround with clear, professional communication ✔ Always updated with social media trends and design styles ✔ Focused on creating content that is both beautiful and strategic My goal is simple: help your brand stand out and perform better online. 🤝 Let’s Work Together If you’re looking for a dependable social media content creator, editorial designer, or video editor for social media, I’d love to support your next project. 📩 Send me a message or invite me to your job, and let’s create content your audience will love. Graphic Design, Video Editing, Social Media Video Editing, Canva Pro, CapCut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe InDesign, YouTube Thumbnail, Social Media Content Creation, Recipe E-book Design, Editorial Design, Presentation Design, Photo Editing, Travel Video Editing, freelance graphic designer PH, video editor for social media, Canva expert Philippines, CapCut video editing, PowerPoint designer, social media content creator, character illustrator, vexel art freelance, travel vlog video editor, magazine layout, editorial design, editorial graphic designer, magazine designer, cookbook designer

  • Video Editing
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Content Creation
  • Graphic Design
  • YouTube Thumbnail
  • YouTube Video
  • Magazine Layout
  • Travel Video
  • Canva
  • CapCut
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Lifestyle & Travel
  • Ebook Design
  • Editorial Design
  • Presentation Design
Emily Z.

Smallwood, New York

$90/hr
5.0
178 jobs

Full-time Freelancer since 2020. Before I started a career in graphic design, I worked in hospitality where I fine-tuned my personality traits and principles: kind optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self awareness and integrity*. These traits, combined with an education from Pratt Institute, technical skills and 15+ years of agency and in-house experience working in the US and Europe, are what set me apart from others. What people say about me... "Emily has a talent for directing the client through the creative process and providing educated solutions to their pain points". "She's one of the most talented, creative, and collaborative designers I've ever had the pleasure to work with". "Emily is hardwired to design and create, and it shows in her work...Her personality can make the most mundane of projects fun". "She has that rare ability to see the big picture while still attending to the details". *Six hospitality traits identified by Danny Meyer.

  • Sales & Marketing Collateral
  • Catalog
  • Infographic
  • Editorial Design
  • Magazine
  • Advertising Design
  • Brochure
  • Logo Design
  • Layout Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Report
  • Magazine Layout
  • Corporate Style
  • Data Visualization
Iryna H.

Glendale, California

$35/hr
5.0
28 jobs

Hi! I’m a graphic designer helping businesses, authors, and creative brands bring their vision to life through thoughtful, clean, and professional design. I specialize in branding, editorial design, and print materials that look polished, modern, and strong. If you need help with: ▪ Logo design; ▪ Brand Identity; ▪ Book cover design (fiction, non-fiction, children’s books); ▪ Magazine layout & editorial design; ▪ Print-ready designs for brochures, certificates, flyers, packaging; ▪ Clean, modern layouts prepared with professional prepress standards. Industries I’ve worked with: ▪ Publishing & Author Services; ▪ Beauty & Wellness Brands; ▪ Small Businesses & Startups; ▪ Online Coaches & Course Creators; ▪ Lifestyle & Creative Brands; ▪ Print & Editorial Media. But I‘m open to another projects too =) My process: 1️⃣ Brief 2️⃣ Visual Direction / Moodboard 3️⃣ Concept Sketches or Initial Layouts 4️⃣ Design Development & Client Review 5️⃣ Refinement & Final Adjustments 6️⃣ Final Files & Handoff (print-ready + web-ready versions) If you’ve never worked with a designer before or don’t have experience planning branding or editorial projects, I’ll guide you through every step. I ask the right questions to clarify your goals, audience, and preferred aesthetic. I generally offer up to 3 rounds of revisions per stage, and I’m flexible if more is needed. As a full-time freelancer, I’m available throughout the day and respond quickly—usually within a few hours. Key skills: ▪ Logo Design & Visual Identity; ▪ Branding Guidelines; ▪ Editorial & Magazine Design; ▪ Book Cover Design; ▪ Print Design & Layout; ▪ Prepress & File Optimization; ▪ Typography & Composition. Let’s build a brand or publication that feels truly yours—clean, modern, meaningful, and professional. ✨ Thanks for your consideration, Iryna

  • Logo
  • Branding
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Print Design
  • Logo Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Visual Identity
  • Poster Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Figma
  • Social Media Design
  • Social Media Graphic
Danijela M.

Sid, Serbia

$35/hr
5.0
30 jobs

👉 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲? You need InDesign-based editorial and DTP work completed, content-heavy information turned into white papers or reports that are clear and credible, guides or manuals that are easy to understand and use, brochures or catalogs that present your business professionally, and presentations or sales materials that work reliably across print and digital formats. 👉 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗮𝗺 𝗜?I’m a Top Rated Graphic Designer with a 100 percent Job Success score, trusted by companies to deliver clear, professional, and reliable visual communication across print and digital formats. My strength is turning complex or content-heavy information into clean, structured designs that communicate clearly and look polished in practice, not just on screen. 👉 𝗜 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵: ➡️ Corporate Publishing: White papers, reports, and business documents. ➡️ Publication Design: Books, manuals, guides, and catalogs. ➡️ Marketing Collateral: Brochures, flyers, sales folders, and other marketing materials ➡️ Print Production: Professional materials ready for the press. ➡️ Exhibition & Large Format Design: Large format and exhibition visuals. Clients value my reliability, thoughtful approach, and clear communication. I take time to understand the goal of each project, ask the right questions early, and deliver designs that are practical, organized, and easy to use. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated 5.0 by clients “Danijela is truly a gem among designers... From whitepapers to exhibition walls, there isn’t a project I wouldn’t trust her with.” (mentalıs GmbH) 👉 𝗜’𝗺 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝗳: • You need a clean, professional design without unnecessary complexity • Your content must be clear and easy to understand • You work with print, large format, or presentation-heavy materials • You value organization, structure, and reliability • You want smooth communication and a dependable collaboration You get a designer who thinks ahead, respects deadlines, and delivers work that fits both the brand and the real-world context. 🛠 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗜 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵: 📄 Adobe InDesign ✏️ Adobe Illustrator 🖌 Adobe Photoshop 📊 Microsoft PowerPoint 📄 Microsoft Word 🎨 Canva

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Editorial Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Print Design
  • Layout Design
  • Publication Design
  • Brochure Design
  • Presentation Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Infographic
  • Visual Communication
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Poster Design
  • Canva

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How to Hire Top Editorial Designers

How to hire editorial designers

Editorial designers can help you design the layout, typography, and art direction of both digital and print media assets. 

So how do you hire editorial designers? What follows are some tips for finding top editorial designers on Upwork.

How to shortlist editorial design professionals

As you’re browsing available editorial design consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Industry fit. You want an editorial designer who understands your industry so they can help you figure out how best to reach your target market. 
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., designing magazine cover art and illustrations with Adobe Illustrator).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular editorial designer.

How to write an effective editorial design job post

With a clear picture of your ideal editorial designer in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective editorial design job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From editorial illustrations to art direction, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries or design tools, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Ready to give your publications a unique look and feel your readers will remember? Log in and post your editorial design job on Upwork today.

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EDITORIAL DESIGNERS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is editorial design? 

Editorial design is the practice of designing the overall look and feel of publications such as newspapers, magazines, and journals. Editorial design elements include layout, typography, color scheme, structure, and art. 

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in editorial design professionals:

  • Editorial design
  • Graphic design
  • Desktop publishing
  • Design tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Why do you want to hire editorial designers?

The trick to finding top editorial designers is to identify your needs. Is your goal to find someone to design cover art and editorial illustrations for your print magazine? Or do you need help overseeing the layout and art direction of an ebook? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire an editorial designer?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced editorial designer may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their editorial design services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.