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Jobs Board Access Application

Apply for Access to Cover Jobs Posted Exclusively on INABC

Designers must apply for access to the INABC jobs board. This application system helps us maintain the curated experience our clients have demanded—one where they receive fewer but consistently higher-quality bids.

It also protects the esteemed independent designers in our community by ensuring that everyone bidding on work upholds a high standard of professionalism. This way, the INABC reputation remains synonymous with quality, creativity, and trust, setting us apart from other unvetted, un-curated design marketplaces. Together, we’re creating a more rewarding experience for both clients and designers alike.

Please read the Designer Requirements before applying.

Terms:

  • The nonrefundable, one-time fee to apply is $60
  • Please allow 1-5 days for the team to evaluate your application.
  • All applicants will be notified on the status of their application within 5 days.
  • Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance to the Jobs Board listserv.
  • Applying to the Jobs Board listserv is for the Jobs Board only. Acceptance does not automatically place you on the Designer Directory page. For more information, click here.
Apply For Job Access

Name(Required)
Provide your homepage, portfolio site, and/or business social media. Designers without accessible online portfolios will not be approved.
How many years have you been designing book covers in a professional capacity?
How many book cover projects do you currently handle per month?
Do you sell or offer pre-made covers? If so, provide a link to those.
Do you use or rely on AI-generated imagery in your work? If so, please explain why and how you use it.
Describe your typical clients in a given month. Are they self-publishing authors? Big 5 firms? Small presses? You can be brief.
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What is the lowest payment that you would accept for a book cover project / What is your minimum rate?
How often do you anticipate bidding on INABC jobs? Are you here to apply for work monthly or are you just looking to browse? If you are familiar with the site already, how many INABC cover jobs did you apply for in 2023-2024? Did you win any of those proposals or meet with any of those authors? Let us know.
Ethos(Required)

INABC strives for excellence in book cover design. Do you agree to uphold this standard by committing to the following?

  • I will consistently deliver high-quality, original designs tailored to each client’s unique vision.
  • I will maintain a professional and respectful approach in all client interactions.
  • I will continuously seek to improve my skills and stay updated on design trends and best practices.
  • I will meet agreed-upon deadlines and communicate promptly with clients.
  • I will actively contribute to a positive, supportive community of fellow book cover designers.
(please do not leave questions for the review team here)
Jobs Board List Serv Terms(Required)

By submitting your payment and application form below, you agree to the following. I understand that…

  • Applying does not guarantee a spot on the list.
  • The application fee is nonrefundable.
  • My application will take 1-5 days to process.
  • Receiving Jobs Board emails is separate from having a profile on the Designer Directory. Being included on the list serv does not guarantee a spot for me on the Directory.
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Designer Requirements

Only a carefully curated group of designers are given access to the creative briefs posted on the INABC Jobs Board. This system ensures that clients receive top-notch, focused proposals from professionals whose talents have been vetted. 

All designers who will be bidding on your cover design have applied to receive job notifications and have been approved by the INABC admin team. Our approved designers:

  • Are professional book cover designers, not simply generalist graphic designers.
  • Have been working in the industry for a minimum of 3 years, usually more.
  • Must demonstrate a contemporary aesthetic, creating work that feels current and relevant to today’s book design market. We seek professionals who stay informed on industry trends while pushing boundaries with innovative, forward-thinking designs. Our designers know that our clients are not looking for designs that feel “dated.”
  • Regularly and consistently work on multiple book cover projects each month. Over years of designing at this pace, they’ve built portfolios showcasing a substantial body of published work (at least 16 covers for review).
  • Are committed to delivering high-quality, original designs tailored to each client’s unique vision. 
  • Do NOT sell or offer book cover premades. At INABC, we do not condone the offering of pre-made book covers. We are fans of highly bespoke cover work.
  • Do NOT use AI-generated imagery in their commercial work.
  • Have accessible online portfolios showcasing book cover work that are easy for anyone to review.
  • Have extensive experience working with self-publishing authors AND commercial presses.
  • Are available and excited to receive these weekly briefs.

If you are contacted by a designer that doesn’t align with the requirements described above, we ask that you please contact the INABC admin team at ineedabookcover.assistant@gmail.com.

Designer Disclaimer

INABC is not a full-service design agency. It’s a curated directory designed to help visitors identify the designers behind some pretty amazing book covers.

If you reach out to a talented designer from this site, INABC does not take responsibility for the professional interactions that may follow. Each designer in our directory sets their own proposals and contracts. We encourage you to review a designer’s portfolio carefully to make sure they’re a good fit for your project and to communicate your expectations clearly with your chosen designer. Designers and clients are expected to draft, negotiate, and sign their own contracts to ensure that expectations, deliverables, and rights are clearly outlined before any work begins.

While we do our best to curate a talented community, INABC is not involved in the collaborations that follow, and, therefore, we cannot guarantee the outcome of individual projects with specific designers. If you run into an issue with a designer that you find from using INABC, we are open to learning about your experience, but ultimately, INABC will not be involved in any specific disputes. For more information, visit the For Authors page and read our Terms & Conditions.

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