Welcome to the Jobs Board

Where Authors and Publishers Connect with the Industry’s Best Book Cover Designers

Our Jobs Board is made for self-publishing authors and serious publishing professionals. Hundreds of clients have already connected with great designers by posting their cover opportunities here. Let us help you clarify your cover vision, create a compelling mood board, and write a focused brief. Then we’ll share your project with our vetted members—so you don’t have to! Whether you’re new to book production or an experienced publisher, this is where great covers take shape.

How it Works

Get Help Writing Your Creative Brief

Recieve Bids From Vetted Designers

Choose Your Designer

Publish With Confidence

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Writers/Publishers:

Congratulations on getting to this exciting step in the publishing process! Writing a book is a serious feat, and we know how important it is for you to have a cover that you love. Before posting your Creative Brief on our Jobs Board, here’s what you need to know:

To add your book’s creative brief to the Jobs Board, click here.
The fee to post a Job is $99.
Do you think you could use a bit more personalized support? Read more about this White Glove Service here.
Posted Jobs remain live for 21 days, or until you’re ready for it to be taken down.
To view a sample brief, click here. All other briefs are password-protected.
Curious about the designers who will be bidding on your project? Read our Designer Requirements.
For insight about working with cover designers, we recommend reading these articles from the Jobs Board Series.
Still debating whether or not the Jobs Board is right for you? Watch this explainer video here.
To review designs that were brought to life through this service, click here. To read testimonies from previous clients, click here.

**Please note**

The INeedABookCover Jobs Board is home to highly experienced, professional book cover designers, and most projects posted here fall in the $1,000+ range. Because of this level of expertise, we cannot accommodate low-budget projects.

All custom cover design jobs must have a minimum budget of $500. If your budget is $500 or below, this is not the right place to post.

The only exception: if you already have artwork selected and simply need a designer to create final compositions.

Any jobs submitted below the $500 minimum will be cancelled and refunded.

Want expert guidance for choosing your designer?

Learn about our optional upgrade packages for tailored service.

Book Cover Jobs Posted So Far

111

Earnings for Our Designers

$2,500

Designers

Welcome, we’re glad you’re here! The Jobs Board is a place where talented designers connect with new clients.

All designers who wish to view the Jobs posted to our board must first apply and be approved to join our listserv. Once approved, you’ll be able to bid on the jobs posted here.

Click here to apply to become a member of our private Jobs Board list.
If you are approved, you will have access to our Book Cover Jobs.
Our clients post projects with average budgets of $1,500. If you are selected by the client to work on their book project, we step out of the way and you will experience full autonomy working with the client. This means you will also receive the full payment offered without INABC taking a cut!

**Please note that the application fee is nonrefundable.

Want to know if you’re aligned with the other designers on our list? Read our Designer Requirements carefully before you apply

Available Jobs

All approved Members are welcome to bid on the jobs below

"Roses are Royal"

Romance, Dark/Mystery

BUDGET

$1,000 - $1,500 (negotiable)

"A giraffe named Feelings"

Memoir

BUDGET

$750

Quick Links

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Covers Designed Using This Service

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What is a Creative Brief

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Success Stories from Our Clients

To review our full collection of book covers successfully designed using this platform, click here.

First-time author feeling like an old pro!

“Thank you so much for this service. Self-publishing is already so daunting. This website really helped me connect with talented artists, build up my confidence in the work, and helped me navigate the marketing side of the journey.”

—Andrew Shepherd

Author

Jessica had TOO many great options

“I found my incredible designer through INABC.com and I couldn’t be happier. She responded to my brief with her examples and, immediately, I was blown away by the quality of her work.

Once we started working together, she provided so many amazing options for my cover that it was hard for me to choose a direction since they were all so amazing. The cover we landed on matches the themes and details of my story so perfectly. Luísa made my dream cover a reality.”

—Jessica Munday

Author

Small press success!

“I absolutely loved using I Need A Book Cover! The brief form was detailed and easy to fill out, and within two days, I’d received responses from a range of talented designers. The whole process was seamless. I ended up working with a fantastic designer who completely understood my vision and created the book cover I had been dreaming of. Highly recommend!”

—Emily Riches

Publisher, Aniko Press

Nikki received 16 bids!

When it came to publishing my debut novel, having a high-quality cover was the top priority. It was incredibly important to me as someone with an interest in graphic design. INABC truly delivered on that front. I am grateful for the access to a talented pool of designers. Posting on the Jobs Board made it easy for me to choose among designers and visions for the book. My book was a challenge because it is about space but I didn’t want it to convey hard science fiction, rather something more literary. Zoe was attentive throughout the process and I’m so glad to have a beautiful cover.

Nikki Alexander

Self-Publishing Author

R.J. heard from 15 designers!

“I liked INeedABookCover from the start because Zoe gave feedback on my design brief and tips on how to navigate and manage the potential flood of offers. Both came in handy while I sifted through 15 different offers within a matter of days.

I was excited when I landed on Georgie Proctor as my #1 pick. If it wasn’t for INABC, I don’t know how else I would have met a designer as talented as Georgie and compatible with my style! I plan to work with Georgie on Books 2 and 3 in the trilogy. Thank you!”

—R. J. Bloom

Author

Professionalism through and through

“Our designer was a consummate professional and an engaged creative from day one. We came in with a rough vision for the book cover, and Dominic was willing to go through various iterations to hone in on exactly what we wanted. He proactively edited and adjusted for any minor corrections. He responded well to input from both authors and offered many helpful suggestions along the way. We are thrilled with the outcome of all three covers: digital, paperback, and hardcover jacket. Walk, Run, Fly Again looks amazing on any bookshelf!”

—Lisette Alvarez

Podcaster, Author, and Storyteller

“Well worth the investment”

“This was my first book, and the self-publishing process felt overwhelming. I knew I wanted a high-quality cover but had no idea where to begin—and by that stage of the project, decision fatigue had set in. Thankfully, a client introduced me to INABC, and it was exactly what I needed. The beautiful covers on the website caught my attention right away, and Zoe’s guidance in crafting a creative brief gave me clarity about my vision. Her practical tips for evaluating designers, along with the extra hands-on support, made the selection process much easier. It was well worth the investment.

Working with my designer, Beth, was a joy. She was intuitive, responsive to feedback, and captured my vision perfectly. The multiple cover mock-ups she presented were stunning and after such a positive experience, I confidently asked her to design the interior as well. Beyond her artistic talent, Beth’s project management skills kept everything on track.

I’m deeply grateful to both Beth and Zoe for helping transform this book from an idea into reality.”

—Marissa Toussant

MD, MPH, Author

From 10 great candidates to a single winning match

“I assumed finding a book cover designer would be straightforward, but it was a lot more challenging than I expected. I spent hours on various freelance platforms, carefully vetting designers, reviewing portfolios, and having detailed conversations to make sure we were on the same page—only to be disappointed, time after time. After going through three different designers who couldn’t bring my vision to life, I realized I needed a platform that specialized in experienced, vetted book cover designers.

Then I found INeedABookCover.com, and it was exactly what I’d been looking for. The process helped me refine my vision and communicate it clearly. After posting my project, I received over ten inquiries from designers, all of whom had relevant experience in book cover design. This allowed me to choose someone who truly understood the level of detail and creativity I was aiming for.

INeedABookCover.com made it easy to connect with the right designer, and I finally got the professional, high-quality cover I’d been hoping for. Highly recommend!”

—Saad A. Saad

Author

Success at last!

“When I started looking for a cover designer, I looked everywhere. INABC stood out immediately for its direct access to top-quality talent. The designers listed here have worked on some of my favorite covers. Since my book combines science fiction and political satire, I knew it might be a design challenge, and I needed a designer who could collaborate with me on a standout cover. Thankfully, that’s exactly what I found on INABC. I love the cover Matt designed—it’s been a great experience, I’ve learned a lot, and I look forward to using the platform again for future projects.”

—Raymond King

Author

C. Cree received nearly 40 responses to her brief.

“In a way, cover design is more important than the book itself because potential readers won’t look closer if the cover isn’t engaging. And if the cover is a mismatch to the book, readers could be unhappy with the story they find inside even if the book is good.

The cover design for my first book was a challenge: a true crime, biographical, historical fiction, mystery with touches of horror. I had no idea where to find designers who could handle the job until someone recommended INeedABookCover.

The submission process at INABC was simple and straightforward, and helped me clarify my tastes and needs. I received almost 40 responses in the first week, from designers with portfolios showcasing many different and compelling styles.

I hired a designer a week later and am thrilled with the final design.”