Overview
I am a highly experienced Graphic Designer specializing in book publishing with a focus on typography. I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Graphic Design from Central St Martins, where I honed my skills in typography. Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects, I have extensive experience across a wide range of book genres, including cookery, adult reference, and illustrated and non-illustrated books, covering trade, co-edition, and promotional markets.
Over the course of my freelance career, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with prestigious publishers such as Google, Ebury Publishing, Penguin Books, Hachette, Bloomsbury, Palgrave Macmillan, and many more. This exposure to diverse projects has provided me with unique insights into the needs of different audiences—an advantage that in-house designers may not always experience.
I am adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously, adjusting to different design styles, and meeting deadlines efficiently. With strong communication skills, I ensure clear and effective collaboration with clients and stakeholders, confidently giving and receiving feedback.
Beyond layout and cover design, I have comprehensive experience preparing files for print, commissioning photography and illustration, managing budgets, and overseeing the print process, including co-editions. Additionally, I have worked on digital media and marketing campaigns, designing assets for various platforms and creating Instagram videos using After Effects.
Services
Non-Fiction
Languages
Certifications
- BA (Hons) Graphic Design
- MA Communication Design
Work experience
Self-employed
ARCTURUS PUBLISHING
QUINTESSENCE, QUARTO GROUP
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