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I'm looking for a skilled typesetter to finish typesetting a bilingual Japanese-English workbook. The InDesign file has already been set up, but it's not finished. The final product should be delivered as an InDesign file and a pdf file. Requirements: - Typeset in both Japanese and English - Final format: InDesign file - Use of specific fonts provided by me Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in InDesign - Experience with bilingual typesetting, especially Japanese and English
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"Specialist in book layout design using Adobe InDesign" Hello, I’ve carefully reviewed your project, “Bilingual Japanese Workbook Typesetting” and would be delighted to assist you. As an experienced Adobe InDesign specialist, I have successfully completed 1,000+ layout projects, delivering publication-ready files for both print and digital use. For your project, you will receive: • Fully editable source files (.INDD / .IDML) with all linked assets (fonts, images, etc.) • Press-ready PDF files (CMYK, 300 DPI, with bleed and crop marks) • Clean, professional layouts with consistent typography and formatting • Unlimited revisions to ensure complete satisfaction Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/akibmilon I’m ready to start immediately and would be happy to discuss your project requirements in detail. Kind regards, Akib Milon
$13 USD in 40 days
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Finishing a bilingual workbook tells me the foundational structure is already decided, which is often where the harder problems live. Before picking up from where the file was left, I want to understand one thing: which language is driving the layout decisions — meaning, when text length or line breaks conflict between Japanese and English, which one takes visual priority? That answer shapes every spacing, leading, and typographic choice in the file. If it hasn't been explicitly decided yet, working without it risks rework once both languages are fully set. Would you be open to a quick 15-minute diagnostic chat to align on this before I begin? — Abdul Basit Ali
$50.76 USD in 40 days
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Hi We can finish your bilingual Japanese-English workbook typesetting in the existing InDesign file, then deliver the final InDesign and PDF exports using your specified fonts. I have spent the last 10 years solving exactly this type of problem. We will clean up unfinished layout elements, apply correct Japanese typography and spacing, verify text flow across both languages, set styles and paragraph rules, and ensure font consistency. Then we’ll produce print-ready PDF with the correct bleed, margins, and export settings. Best regards, Zeeshan
$8 USD in 24 days
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Hello, I'm confident in my ability to complete your bilingual Japanese-English workbook typesetting using Adobe InDesign. With extensive experience in professional graphic design and typesetting, I excel in handling complex layouts, especially with Japanese and English text, ensuring high-quality results. I will meticulously follow your font specifications and ensure the final delivery includes both the InDesign and PDF files. My approach guarantees accuracy, professionalism, and a polished finish that meets your expectations. Please let me know your preferred timeline for completion, and I will ensure timely delivery. I look forward to collaborating on this project and am happy to discuss any additional details. What specific fonts will be used for the Japanese and English text in your workbook to ensure consistency? Thanks, Gourav
$49 USD in 27 days
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I’d be happy to assist with your bilingual Japanese workbook typesetting project. I have experience translating and localizing marketing materials, educational content, and web pages into natural Japanese while maintaining a consistent tone and terminology. I also have a quality control background, ensuring accuracy and readability across published content. I can provide publication-ready Japanese, a tracked-changes or side-by-side version, and work with your glossary or style guide to keep the brand voice consistent throughout the project. I’d be happy to review the first batch and discuss terminology before proceeding with the remaining materials.
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