Nico Hahn

Senior Children's Book Illustrator & KDP Designer

Jan 2021 - Present • 5 yrs 6 mos

Leading the illustration and publishing design process for authors, publishers, educators, and independent businesses, specializing in children's book illustrations, eBook design, Amazon KDP coloring books, and hand drawn artwork. Responsible for transforming concepts into engaging visual stories while ensuring every project meets commercial publishing standards. Designed hundreds of print-ready interiors, custom coloring pages, educational activity books, and illustrated storybooks for clients across publishing, education, entertainment, and e-learning industries. Collaborated closely with writers to develop memorable characters, page layouts, scene compositions, and visually appealing books that capture readers' attention. Prepared professional files for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and commercial printing using proper bleed settings, trim sizes, CMYK color profiles, and high resolution illustrations. Created custom covers, typography layouts, and interior formatting that comply with publishing requirements. Worked with both traditional hand-drawn illustration techniques and modern digital illustration workflows to deliver unique artwork tailored to each audience. Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining excellent communication, consistent quality, and timely delivery. Achievements include successfully completing projects for international clients, helping authors publish bestselling coloring books and children's books, improving book presentation through professional illustration, and building long term collaborations with publishers and creative agencies worldwide.

Senior Children's Book Illustrator & KDP Publishing Designer

Jan 2021 - Present • 5 yrs 6 mos

As a Senior Children's Book Illustrator and KDP Publishing Designer, I specialize in creating professional eBook designs, Amazon KDP coloring books, hand drawn illustrations, children's book illustrations, activity books, and print ready publishing files. I collaborate with self-publishing authors, publishing companies, educators, and businesses to transform ideas into visually engaging books that educate, entertain, and inspire readers. My responsibilities include developing unique illustration concepts, designing memorable characters, creating page layouts, formatting interiors, and preparing high resolution artwork for both digital and print publishing. Every illustration is created with careful attention to storytelling, composition, consistency, and publishing standards. I have successfully completed projects for clients across the publishing, education, entertainment, marketing, and e-learning industries. My work includes children's storybooks, educational workbooks, coloring books, activity books, journals, puzzle books, and custom illustration projects for Amazon KDP and commercial printing. I prepare professional print-ready files with correct trim sizes, bleed settings, typography, and high resolution graphics that meet Amazon KDP and commercial printer requirements. I also communicate closely with clients throughout each project to ensure their vision is accurately represented while maintaining quality, creativity, and on time delivery. Achievements include completing numerous successful publishing projects for international clients, establishing long-term collaborations with authors and publishers, improving book presentation through engaging illustrations, and helping clients publish professional books that stand out in competitive marketplaces.

Book Illustrator & Publishing Designer

Mar 2018 - Present • 8 yrs 4 mos

Produced professional illustrations and publishing assets for children's books, activity books, educational materials, and Amazon KDP coloring books. Worked alongside authors, publishing teams, and marketing professionals to create visually engaging books that aligned with target audiences and publishing goals. Designed original hand-drawn illustrations, custom characters, educational graphics, activity pages, puzzles, coloring pages, and book covers while maintaining visual consistency throughout each publication. Developed page layouts that enhanced readability and improved the overall reader experience. Prepared eBooks and print ready files compatible with Amazon KDP and commercial printers by following publishing specifications for margins, bleed, resolution, and typography. Assisted clients throughout the publishing process, providing design recommendations that improved product quality and marketplace presentation. Delivered projects for schools, educational organizations, self publishing authors, and creative businesses across multiple industries. Earned recognition for producing high quality illustrations, maintaining reliable communication, and consistently meeting deadlines while managing multiple client projects.