Design Circle

 

BOOK Design Circle

We all deserve an opportunity to be seen through our work.
Est. 2025

 

This private and FREE 7-week design circle is an opportunity to create, learn, and gain a one-of-a-kind experience into the publishing industry.

You will get a glimpse into the process of book design, hear from publishing professionals, and create a finished project(s) that will go in your portfolio with an extended resume and cover letter review.

 
 
 

Program Agenda - We will meet every weekend either a Saturday or Sunday. After each class I will upload a new “sign up” link below for the following week.

Week 3 – Open discussion for any questions or issues (sign up here)
Sunday, October 26th at 11:00 – 12:30pm EST
Video call link: meet.google.com/xht-idei-sft

Week 4 – Project Feedback Session + Special Guest(s)! (sign up here)
Saturday, November 1st at 3:30pm – 5:00pm EST
Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82473358283?pwd=SdJpIEDUUmyaJu1oOIIeUD7ba7joot.1 Meeting ID: 824 7335 8283 / Passcode: 313593
Note: Each student will present for 5-7 minutes and receive feedback from Special Guest.

Week 5 – Book Jacket/Final Cover Design Feedback (sign up here)
Sunday, November 9th at 12:00pm – 2:00pm EST
Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82119368854?pwd=gGrSeI2JqaHFW3K3JMPVgTdObKLlG1.1 Meeting ID: 821 1936 8854 / Passcode: 676961

All meetings will be held virtually through Google Meets or Zoom (and not recorded).

Design Circle Folder (link here)

 
  • Yes! Here is the workshop agenda below. Subject to change if needed.

    • Week 1 – Introductions / Q+A

    • Week 2 – General Basics + Introduction to Book Design Project

    • Week 3 – Open discussion

    • Week 4 -  Project Feedback Session

    • Week 5 – Book Jacket/Final Cover Design + Feedback

    • Week 6 – Career Prep

    • Week 7 – Project Completion & Portfolio 

 

​​Disclaimer: Please note this opportunity is not in any way affiliated with any publisher and is out of my own desire to support aspiring creatives learn and grow in connecting to this industry and shared love for books.


 

Community & Program Benefits

  • Collaborative cohort with weekly group mentoring and Q&As

  • Career-focused resources: Tailored resume, cover letter and portfolio guidance

  • Final output: A polished, print-ready cover and jacket for your portfolio

  • Expert Feedback + Ongoing support: Build your network of creatives and industry professionals