BOOK DESIGNER FOR CHILDREN'S BOOK
PROJECT
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ELF QUEST ICELAND — a children's quest book for a private group (8 children, ages 5–15). The book is being created for a family trip to Iceland in August 2026. Each child receives their own personalized copy.
Format: A5 (148×210 mm), ~52–56 pages, small print run (8–10 copies) at a printing house in Latvia.
Language: Russian.
Style: watercolor illustration, Icelandic nature, soft adventurous atmosphere. References will be provided.
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WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE (FULL SCOPE)
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The book consists of 7 chapters (one for each day of the trip). Each chapter includes three types of pages:
Fairy tale
• Text placement (~500 words)
• Area for illustration (size and shape determined by the designer)
• Decorative elements in the style of the book
Daily tasks
• Three blocks: observational task / photo mission / team task
• Space for an Instax Mini photo (86×54 mm) with cutouts
• Color coding by difficulty levels (three age groups)
Memory page
• Question + lined area for the answer
• Round area for a stamp (~28–30 mm)
Additionally: cover, endpaper, route map, introductory pages, final page.
The designer creates the layout → passes exact areas and sizes to the illustrator → the illustrator draws → the designer inserts illustrations and prepares the final PDF for printing.
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TEST ASSIGNMENT (PAID)
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Develop the design for Chapter 2 (attached).
Includes:
— fairy tale (~500 words) + area for illustration
— three tasks + space for Instax Mini (86×54 mm)
— question + lined area + area for stamp
Total 3-4 pages (or 1.5 spreads).
What needs to be submitted:
• PDF or JPEG of the final layout
• Source file
• Brief explanation: why such fonts, grid, solutions
Evaluation criteria:
• Readability and convenience for children
• Correspondence to the atmosphere (magic, nature, adventure — without cartoonishness)
• Thoughtfulness of areas for photos, notes, stamps
• Understanding of how the layout will work with the illustrator
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REQUIREMENTS
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• Experience in designing children's books or illustrated publications (show examples)
• Proficiency in InDesign or Affinity Publisher
• Understanding of prepress preparation (CMYK, bleeds, ICC profiles)
• Willingness to coordinate with the illustrator during the process
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DEADLINES
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Test assignment: 5-7 days after agreement.
Full project: final PDF — by June 25, 2026.
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COMMUNICATION
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Working language: Russian.
Communication: Telegram / email.
If the test assignment suits both parties — we will discuss the full scope and budget for the entire project.
ATTACHED: text of Chapter 2 (fairy tale + tasks) and book presentation (there are ideas for visuals at the end of the book)
Applications 2
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7 days338 USD
573 1 0 7 days338 USD
Hello.
I really liked your project ELF QUEST ICELAND, a rare case where a children's book looks like a complete author's art object, not just a set of pages. The strongest aspect of the project is the atmosphere: a combination of Icelandic nature, a fairy-tale expedition, and the format of a live travel journal))
I carefully studied the book presentation and Chapter 2. I understand the task not just as page design, but as creating a cohesive visual system for the entire book:
1- the logic of spreads
2- readability for children of different ages
3- integration of Instax photos
4- areas for illustrations
… 5- working with stamps and tasks
6- preparation for printing and further collaboration with the illustrator
What I can do:
- develop an atmospheric premium layout for the chapter
- create a neat grid and composition system
- think through places for photos, notes, and stamps
- prepare a layout for the illustrator's convenience
- create a final print-ready PDF
- prepare source files
- maintain a unified cinematic/watercolor style for the book
Visually, I see the project as a combination of:
Scandinavian fairy-tale atmosphere + expedition journal + clean editorial design.
Without cartoonishness, with a soft watercolor presentation, textures of paper, field notes, and the feeling of a real travel diary.
Test assignment:
cost: 350 €
The full project after the test can be discussed separately regarding volume and details.
I would be happy to collaborate.
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7 days68 USD
564 7 days68 USD
Good day! I will design the book in Adobe InDesign. I have experience in typesetting multi-page publications. Examples in the portfolio.
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2 days45 USD
3736 134 4 9 2 days45 USD
Hello! I am ready to take on your project. My portfolio is in my profile
Freelancehunt and on Behance 
Behance. Feel free to write — I would be happy to collaborate.
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5 days34 USD
697 7 0 5 days34 USD
Good day. Let's draw a book for you. I have experience with illustrations as drawings. I would be happy if you write to me personally and I will have the opportunity to show you some of my works.
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4 days45 USD
2144 48 0 4 days45 USD
Hello, Marina! I am a designer and layout artist. ⚡️I am ready to start working! ✅ I will create a thoughtful and atmospheric book design 🏆 5 years of practical experience in design 🎫 Certified specialist from the international site Udemy 💎 Quality and attention to detail are my trademarks
Portfolio: Freelancehunt Reviews: Freelancehunt
🙂 I invite you to collaborate. Please contact me for details!
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4 days68 USD
874 9 0 1 4 days68 USD
Good day! I will prepare a quality layout, I have experience and understand the specifics. In case of collaboration, I would like to receive a detailed technical assignment and references. Feel free to write, I am always in touch, I don't inflate prices, and I don't miss deadlines. Portfolio:
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