Sunny Duran - Designer
Children's book designer with 9 years experience in the publishing industry.
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I’m a freelance children's book designer and illustrator with 9 years experience. Because I am an illustrator and a graphic designer I can provide a unique perspective when it comes to designing your book. I know how to plan your book as well as adjust the artwork to fit with your story. I try very hard to maintain the original artwork as much as possible and keep it within the illusrtators original vision.
I’m a member of SCBWI, the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and have a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design.
Every project is different so I usually respond to requests with follow up questions asking for more detailed information. I like having an open dialogue so we can figure out what services you need and how long it will take to finish your project. I can start before the illustrations are complete and help you plan out your page count and book dimensions. I can also start after the illustrations are complete and add your text to the artwork. However if I join at this stage the artwork may need to be modified to fit the text.
Standard turnaround time for a 32-36 page picture book is 2-3 weeks. Depending on how much editing is required and if cover design is included.
Services I provide:
page layout
typesetting, font selection
cover design
cover redesign
file formatting for print and ebook
Marketing graphics (social media or kickstarter)
I look forward to hearing more about your book and hopefully we can work together.
I’m a member of SCBWI, the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and have a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design.
Every project is different so I usually respond to requests with follow up questions asking for more detailed information. I like having an open dialogue so we can figure out what services you need and how long it will take to finish your project. I can start before the illustrations are complete and help you plan out your page count and book dimensions. I can also start after the illustrations are complete and add your text to the artwork. However if I join at this stage the artwork may need to be modified to fit the text.
Standard turnaround time for a 32-36 page picture book is 2-3 weeks. Depending on how much editing is required and if cover design is included.
Services I provide:
page layout
typesetting, font selection
cover design
cover redesign
file formatting for print and ebook
Marketing graphics (social media or kickstarter)
I look forward to hearing more about your book and hopefully we can work together.
Languages
English
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences
Nature
Fiction
Middle Grade
Middle Grade Fantasy
Picture Books
Poetry
Certifications
- BA Graphic Design
- SCBWI
Work experience
Book Designer
Self-employed
January, 2016
–
Present
(almost 7 years)
I provide project management and book design services for children's books, to include typesetting; page layout, image manipulation, cover design, cover redesign, file formatting for print and ebooks, book cover mockups, and graphics for social media.
Illustrator
Self-employed
January, 2016
–
Present
(almost 7 years)
Digital illustrator working primarily with Procreate and Photoshop. Illustrate picture books and book covers for self publishing authors.
Graphic Designer
Self-employed
October, 2010
–
Present
(about 12 years)
Worked as a creative director with a parents magazine Ella and Annie. Provided branding and web design for multiple small businesses and start up companies. Formatted and published 9 books I illustrated. I have also provided book design services for small publishers and independent authors.
Portfolio (4 selected works)
Lani Rae's Marvelous Hair
Rodriguez , Yesenia , Duran, Sunny
The First Adventures of Nerma and Blueberry (Kitty Tales Book 1)
Farina, Ariana B., Duran, Sunny
Nerma and Blueberry's Staycation (Kitty Tales Book 2)
Farina, Ariana B., Duran, Sunny
A Bear Somewhere
Kelly, Jodi, Duran, Sunny
Sunny has 8 reviews
Professionalism
Professionalism
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Quality
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Communication & Punctuality
Communication & Punctuality
It was a pleasure working with Sunny for my first book! Her advise and guidance throughout the uploading process was immensely valuable, especially for a first timer.Looking forward to working with her on future projects!
Tobi Young, September 2022
I am so happy with the work Sunny provided. Sunny is wonderful, and a true professional. She helped guide me and made my work shine. I appreciate her fast response, and her quick turn around to all my questions. Sunny is very knowledgeable and understanding to your needs. I don't have enough words to say just how great she is … I will be looking to her for my future endeavors.
Violet Cornett, June 2022
Sunny is a true professional! She’s kind, knowledgeable, and honest in all her work. I cannot over exaggerate how incredible she is and what an asset she’s been in the process of getting my book finished!
You could not make a mistake in hiring her. She’s the absolute best!
Max Ziegenhagen, May 2022
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Sunny is fantastic in every aspect! Thorough, cares about my work as if it was her own, so quick to respond, and again, VERY thorough. I always feel comfortable and confident with the finished product!
Amanda Mireles, April 2022
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Reply from Sunny Duran
I can’t say enough good things about Sunny! She is so knowledgeable, works very quickly, so creative and can really maximize the potential of the formatting of your book. I’ve used her for design work on every single one of my published books and I’m hoping she’ll work with me on all future books too!
Amanda Mireles, March 2022
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