Freelance Book Designer

Location

Singapore

Reedsy

Job Description

We are seeking talented book designers with expertise in cover design, interior book design, illustration, and/or production management of books. As a designer on Reedsy, you will work directly with book authors. You will need to understand your clients’ needs, advise them based on your knowledge of design trends in their genre, and design their book with the highest standards.

There is a thorough vetting process for professionals who want to join us. Once your profile has been approved, you will start receiving project requests. For reference, here are some examples of books that have been designed through Reedsy: https://blog.reedsy.com/book-cover-art/

Requirements

- Have 3+ years of design experience.

Demonstrate experience with at least 5 published books.
Provide a strong portfolio with quality designs for print and/or digital support.

Benefits

Some of the perks of freelancing with Reedsy are deciding the projects you want to work on, setting your own rates, managing your workload, working where and when you want, and enjoying Reedsy’s payment protection.

Advice from our career coach

As a book designer at Reedsy, it is crucial to have a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills, experience with both cover and interior book design, and production management abilities. Here are some tips to stand out as an applicant:

Demonstrate at least 3+ years of design experience, with examples of at least 5 published books.
Showcase a diverse portfolio with high-quality designs for both print and digital formats.
Highlight your knowledge of design trends in different genres and your ability to work directly with authors to meet their needs.
Emphasize your ability to manage projects effectively and efficiently, meeting deadlines and delivering top-notch designs.
Clearly communicate your rates, availability, and how you can add value to Reedsy as a freelance book designer.