Freelance Book Designer

Location

Germany

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/

Apply using this link: https://reedsy.com/workable/join-our-community

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, applicants should have a strong background in cover design, interior book design, illustration, and/or production management. Understanding of design trends in various genres is crucial for advising authors and producing high-quality book designs. Here are some tips to stand out as an applicant:

Demonstrate at least 3+ years of design experience with a portfolio showcasing designs for printed and digital formats.
Showcase a minimum of 5 published books in your portfolio to highlight your experience and skills.
Highlight your ability to work directly with authors, understanding their needs, and delivering designs that meet their expectations.
Emphasize your attention to detail, creativity, and ability to meet project deadlines consistently.

Freelancing with Reedsy offers the flexibility to choose projects, set rates, manage workload, and benefit from payment protection. Submit your application through this link.