Carol Stream, IL · On-site
$34 - $40/hr
We're looking for a freelance Senior Designer to join our on-call design roster, supporting our ... Experience in Bible, book publishing, editorial design, or related fields is a plus (not required)
Carol Stream, IL · On-site
$34 - $40/hr
We're looking for a freelance Senior Designer to join our on-call design roster, supporting our ... Experience in Bible, book publishing, editorial design, or related fields is a plus (not required)
$30 - $40/hr
This is a freelance position *Compensation range for this role is $30 - 40/hr, commensurate with ... Research and book or hire external resources as needed/directed (crew members, local purchases and ...
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$30 - $40/hr
This is a freelance position *Compensation range for this role is $30 - 40/hr, commensurate with ... Research and book or hire external resources as needed/directed (crew members, local purchases and ...
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| Aspect | Freelance Book Designer | Freelance Graphic Designer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Design skills, possibly a degree in graphic design or related field | Design skills, often with a degree or certification in graphic design or visual arts |
| Work Environment | Typically works independently or with publishers, focusing on book layouts and covers | Works on various projects like branding, marketing materials, and digital media |
| Industry Usage | Commonly hired by publishers, authors, and self-publishing authors | Hired across multiple industries including advertising, publishing, and digital media |
While both roles require strong design skills and often similar credentials, a Freelance Book Designer specializes in creating layouts and covers specifically for books, working closely with publishers and authors. In contrast, a Freelance Graphic Designer has a broader scope, working on diverse visual projects across industries. The choice depends on your focus—book publishing or general visual design.
As a freelance book designer, your job is to help design the cover and interior of books. In this role, you may work by contract to select photography, purchase an illustration, and help manage the overall layout of the text. Freelance book designers often hire artists or create art themselves. Your goal is to make a cohesive, marketable product that still meets all legal standards for labeling. Many freelance book designers work with self-publishing authors who want independent support, rather than for a specific printing company. This job should not be confused with freelance book graphic design professionals, who only create art for books and do not perform other layout duties.
$34 - $40/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 2 hours ago
For more than 60 years, Tyndale has helped readers discover the life-giving truths of God’s Word. Today we’re one of the largest independently owned Christian publishers in the world. Though our business has grown, our mission remains the same: to open God’s Word to as many as possible in language they can relate to and understand.
Our Design team brings the words of Scripture to life through thoughtful, beautiful visual craft. We care deeply about typography, beauty, precision, and the small details that shape how readers encounter God's Word for the first time or the thousandth. It's a team that takes the work seriously without taking itself too seriously — collaborative, detail-obsessed, and united by the belief that good design is an act of stewardship.
We're looking for a freelance Senior Designer to join our on-call design roster, supporting our Bible publishing team during busy seasons, special projects, and staff transitions. This isn't just production work — it's an opportunity to shape how Scripture is presented to readers around the world, applying exceptional typography, design and layout skills to some of the most detailed and demanding design work in publishing. Success in this role means bringing strong technical craft, independent judgment, and a personal alignment with our mission, so that every cover, package, and layout delivers the product with clarity and beauty.
What You'll Do
Skills and Qualifications Needed
We want to hear more about you and why you are interested in Tyndale and this role, so we highly recommend including a cover letter. Additionally, please include a portfolio. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
Tyndale has been repeatedly certified as a Best Christian Workplace. Learn more about us and what we believe at www.tyndale.com/our-mission.
The hiring range for this position is $34 to $40 hourly. Actual offers will take into consideration the candidate’s education, experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, and other relevant factors. A summary of Tyndale’s comprehensive benefits is: https://www.tyndale.com/careers/.
