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Book Formatter & Layout Designer (KDP, Kindle, Paperback, eBook)

Apr 2026 - Present • 4 mos

I Provide professional formatting and layout design services for authors and publishers preparing manuscripts for Amazon KDP, Kindle, paperback, and ebook publication. Core responsibilities and achievements include: Formatted and typeset manuscripts into publish-ready interiors for paperback, hardcover, and ebook editions, ensuring clean margins, consistent styling, and professional typography throughout. Converted manuscripts between file formats (Word, PDF, InDesign) into EPUB, MOBI, and Kindle-compatible files, preserving formatting integrity across platforms. Diagnosed and corrected formatting errors that led to KDP rejections, resolving issues such as margin violations, image resolution problems, broken table of contents, and inconsistent styling, helping clients get their books approved and published without further delays. Designed and structured front matter, back matter, chapter headings, page numbers, and table of contents to meet Amazon KDP and industry publishing standards. Collaborated directly with independent authors and small publishers to understand their vision, delivering polished, reader-friendly book interiors tailored to genre and audience expectations. Maintained a strong track record of on-time delivery and client satisfaction by combining technical formatting expertise with an eye for clean, professional design.

Book Editor & Cover Designer

Mar 2026 - Present • 5 mos

I Deliver professional editing and cover design services to authors preparing manuscripts for self-publishing and traditional submission. Core responsibilities and achievements include: Performed developmental, line, and copy editing on manuscripts across multiple genres, improving clarity, flow, grammar, and overall readability while preserving each author's unique voice. Proofread final drafts to catch typos, punctuation errors, and formatting inconsistencies before publication, reducing post-launch corrections. Designed custom, genre-appropriate book covers for paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats, balancing eye-catching visuals with market trends to help titles stand out on Amazon and other retail platforms. Created full wraparound covers (front, spine, and back) sized precisely to KDP and IngramSpark print specifications, avoiding common rejection issues like incorrect trim size or bleed errors. Worked closely with authors through revision rounds, incorporating feedback to refine both manuscript content and cover concepts until final approval. Balanced editorial and design work to give clients a cohesive, publish-ready package, a polished manuscript paired with a professional, marketable cover.