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Adobe Illustrator 2023
A book cover that is an engaging guide offering practical lessons, cultural insights, and vibrant anecdotes that make learning Tagalog enjoyable and accessible. Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your understanding, this book invites you to connect with the heart and soul of the Philippines.
My role, as a designer, involves developing compelling design concepts that reflect the book's themes and resonate with its target audience. I conduct market research to analyze trends and ensure the cover stands out among competitors.
Making sure that the design still represents the point of what the book is about and that it's clever enough to make the book title pop. It has to be simple enough that it doesn't overload the consumer with too much information from the design alone, but also remains unique and fun.
Many book covers fail to effectively attract their target audience, resulting in low visibility and sales. The main common issues may include unappealing design, poor readability of the title, and a lack of alignment with the book's genre or themes. Language learners come from diverse backgrounds and have varying goals, so a cover that does not reflect the specific audience—whether they are beginners, travelers, or advanced learners—may fail to resonate and communicate the book’s purpose.
To overcome these design challenges, I will design a visually striking book cover that resonates with its intended audience and capture the essence of purpose that the book is trying to bring. This will involve using appropriate color schemes, typography, and imagery to enhance the readability and appeal, ensuring that the cover stands out against its competitors in a crowded market and communicates the book’s genre and themes effectively.