Final artwork for children's book

I am looking for an experienced freelance graphic designer to help me finish a children's book composed of drawings made by my 9-year-old daughter.

Available Material:

13 internal pages and a cover, all scanned in high resolution (600 dpi) and saved as PNG files.

The artwork was created on A4 paper.

Objective:

Adapt the images and texts to the print proportions of ********, ensuring the best possible quality.

Preserve my daughter's original handwriting in the texts on the pages.

******** Printing Specifications:

Book Format: Square (8.5 x 8.5 inches / 216 x 216 mm)
Print Type: Premium Color, 80# white coated paper
Binding: Saddle Stitch
Cover Finish: Matte Cover

Tasks to Be Done:

Formatting Adjustments:

Resize and adapt images to the square format, maintaining proportion and without distortion.
Ensure that handwritten text is legible and well-positioned on the pages.

Visual Enhancements:

Optimize images for printing, including adjusting color, brightness, and contrast if necessary.
Remove any imperfections resulting from the scanning process.

Print Preparation:

Ensure that the final file meets all of ********'s technical requirements for high-quality printing.

Please provide the final file in PDF format ready for printing.

Freelancer Requirements:

Proven experience in graphic design and preparing files for printing.
Familiarity with ********'s printing standards and specifications is a plus.
Attention to detail and sensitivity to preserving the artistic essence and handwriting of a child.
Additional Information:

I will attach a few sample pages for reference in the post. I will also attach the template provided by ******** for the cover.

I am available for additional clarification and to collaborate throughout the process.

Deadline and Budget:

Deadline: Please indicate the estimated time for completion of the project.
Budget: Open to proposals. Please include your total price or hourly rate when submitting the proposal.

I am looking forward to working with a professional who can help bring this special project to life and transform my daughter's drawings into a high-quality printed book.