How To Become A Book Cover Designer with Art Director Casey Moses | The Typecast Episode 34

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ilana and Katie dive into the creative world of book cover design with Art Director, Casey Moses. Casey shares her journey into the field of books and insight into her job as an Art Director at a major publishing house. They explore how book covers influence reader choices, and discuss their favorite genres.The conversation also details Casey’s process for designing book covers, hiring artists, and building a compelling portfolio, all while underscoring the value of book covers and the challenges encountered in the design process.Casey believes all aspiring book cover designers can pursue their passions and find industry opportunities.All that and more when you listen to this episode:• How your favorite books and dream genres shape your creative vision• A look inside the book cover design process, including collaboration and revisions• How to stay adaptable in the face of changing requirements in the design process• Tapping into the power of personal connections in the book cover design industry• Fair compensation & industry limitations in the publishing spaceConnect with our guest:Instagram: @_thebookcaseWebsite: caseymoses.comMentioned in this episode:• Penguin Random House• Thoroughly Modern Millie• Kindle Unlimited• A Study in CharlotteConnect with Katie & Ilana from GoodtypeGoodtype WebsiteGoodtype on InstagramGoodtype on YoutubeWe wrote a book! Grab a copy and sign up to access the audiobook when we release it!Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets!Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!