Rebecca Journal

Book designer and Formatter

Publishing • Vollzeit

May 2023 - Present • 3 yrs 2 mos

I work as a Book Designer and Formatter at Plexity Publishing Company since 2023, delivering comprehensive book design and formatting solutions for authors and publishers. I Specializes in transforming raw manuscripts into professionally structured print and eBook layouts optimized for platforms such as Amazon KDP and IngramSpark. My key responsibilities include designing clean, reader-friendly interiors, developing consistent typography systems, and producing publication-ready files in EPUB, MOBI, KPF, and print-ready PDF formats. Ensures full compliance with industry publishing standards by managing margins, pagination, headers, and trim specifications, while conducting thorough cross-device testing for Kindle compatibility. I extensively use Adobe InDesign for a wide range of book publications,and also designs professional journals and magazines with structured layouts and strong visual hierarchy. Consistently delivers high-quality results, having formatted over 70 books across fiction, non-fiction, and educational genres, while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlines. Improves workflow efficiency through the implementation of reusable templates and structured style guides, significantly reducing formatting errors and revision cycles. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to produce visually polished layouts that enhance readability and overall reader experience. Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Kindle Create, and Canva.