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I am a New York-based Book Designer with a focus on Book Cover, Book Interior, and eBook Design. I have a distinctive ability to blend creativity with strategic design elements, ensuring that each book I design not only looks appealing but also effectively communicates the story's themes. My designs not only attract attention on bookstore shelves and digital platforms but also create an immersive first impression that compels readers to explore further. By analyzing market trends and reader preferences, I tailor designs that resonate with your specific audience, making your book stand out in a competitive landscape.…I am a New York-based Book Designer with a focus on Book Cover, Book Interior, and eBook Design. I have a distinctive ability to blend creativity with strategic design elements, ensuring that each book I design not only looks appealing but also effectively communicates the story's themes. My designs not only attract attention on bookstore shelves and digital platforms but also create an immersive first impression that compels readers to explore further. By analyzing market trends and reader preferences, I tailor designs that resonate with your specific audience, making your book stand out in a competitive landscape.

Glen Edelstein

Book Cover Designer, Graphic Designer, Art Director, +1

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I am a New York-based Book Designer with a focus on Book Cover, Book Interior, and eBook Design. I have a distinctive ability to blend creativity with strategic design elements, ensuring that each book I design not only looks appealing but also effectively communicates the story's themes. My designs not only attract attention on bookstore shelves and digital platforms but also create an immersive first impression that compels readers to explore further. By analyzing market trends and reader preferences, I tailor designs that resonate with your specific audience, making your book stand out in a competitive landscape.…I am a New York-based Book Designer with a focus on Book Cover, Book Interior, and eBook Design. I have a distinctive ability to blend creativity with strategic design elements, ensuring that each book I design not only looks appealing but also effectively communicates the story's themes. My designs not only attract attention on bookstore shelves and digital platforms but also create an immersive first impression that compels readers to explore further. By analyzing market trends and reader preferences, I tailor designs that resonate with your specific audience, making your book stand out in a competitive landscape.

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I am a New York-based Book Designer with a focus on Book Cover, Book Interior, and eBook Design. I have a distinctive ability to blend creativity with strategic design elements, ensuring that each book I design not only looks appealing but also effectively communicates the story’s themes. My designs not only attract attention on bookstore shelves and digital platforms but also create an immersive first impression that compels readers to explore further. By analyzing market trends and reader preferences, I tailor designs that resonate with your specific audience, making your book stand out in a competitive landscape.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

Work Experience

Design Director at St. Martins Press Inc.

January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1992

Created original designs for titles across multiple imprints, genres, and formats (workbooks, cookbooks, self-help titles); handled 1-color to 4-color titles; designed paperback conversions; prepared final PDFs; provided instructions to the e-books team; experienced with 4-color proofing.

Senior Designer at The Bantam Dell Publishing Group / Division of Penguin Random House Inc.

January 1, 1992 - January 1, 2003

Conceptualized and executed book interiors, jackets and covers across all genres; collaborated with art directors, illustrators, editors and production controllers; managed schedules; directed art; mentored junior staff.

Art Director at The Bantam Dell Publishing Group / Division of Penguin Random House Inc.

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009

Designed and managed all stages of book projects—from sketches to color proofs; worked with editors, designers, illustrators and photographers; prepared press-ready files; maintained production schedules; knowledge of pre-press and printing processes; ensured title branding and quality.

Owner, Creative Director at Hudson Valley Book Design

January 1, 2009 - Present

Work with large and indie publishers and self-publishers to create cohesive book interiors and cover designs and ebooks; collaborate with printers, editors, photographers and illustrators; manage design projects and yearbook production.

Graphic Design / Fine Arts Teacher at Preston High School

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2021

Teach Principles of Design and Elements of Art applied to Graphic Design; teach digital illustration, graphics, and image manipulation; teach Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign; photography; web design, video and animation; share knowledge of digital media career pathways; adhere to IP and copyright practices; manage yearbook design and production.