Jake Clark

Jake Clark – Designer

Versitle, easy-going and ready to work for you!

Overview

As a devoted reader, book cover design has become a true passion for me. It's the pinnacle of my career, where I feel most at home and exhilarated to showcase the essence of the words within each book I work on!

You'll notice that my work features multiple repeat authors, because I strive to create unique, one-of-a-kind designs. My goal is to provide an exceptional experience and a top-quality product for every client I work with. With over 1000 covers designed, I tackle every jobs with flexibility, efficiency, and an easy-going approach, I am fully equipped to meet all specifications and requirements for any cover that comes my way.

Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or for a quote. I'm here to bring your book cover vision to life!

Services
Fiction
Fantasy Science Fiction Thriller & Suspense
Languages
English
Certifications
  • BA in Graphic Design from the University of South Carolina

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2015 — Present

Book Covers are my passion. I left my design job of ten years to pursue my dream as a cover designer!

Print Depot

Jun, 2007 — Present

I've worked at my current job for nine years now. Its a small print shop that caters to a variety of clients, from big corporations like Daimler and Fatz to small businesses and local events. Rest assured I am capable of handling any challenges a cover may bring!

Portfolio

The Black Crown (Age of Adventures)

Douglas, John A.

Independently published

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The Hellborn King

Brenning, Christopher G.

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A Tale of Stars and Shadow

Cassidy, Lisa

Tate House

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Whimsical and poignant, Sir Thomas the Hesitant and the Table of Less Valued Knights tells the story of Thomas Farmer who dreams of becoming a knight, sets out to save his brother from the han... read more
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The Red Swords came with the sunrise and took everything Shawna Llewan held dear.Her family massacred, her home destroyed, she escapes with nothing but her mother’s heirloom and the desire for... read more
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The nuclear winter has ended. Survivors cautiously begin to peek out of their underground shelters, each having endured their separate trials. They emerge into a foreign land wiped bare from t... read more
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In the year 2145, the population of Earth has breached 20 billion people. Plagued by pollution, poverty and war, only the discovery of two habitable planets within the capabilities human space... read more
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The oddest little town in the Midwest has a thousand demented stories to tell...some of them are horrifying enough to send shivers down the strongest of spines. There’s the tale of a man whose... read more
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When outlaw Suzy Spitfire discovers her father was murdered after creating a super-duper artificial intelligence, she races across the solar system in search of the brain he built—but it’s a r... read more
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Na Akua (Volume 1)

Clayton Smith

Maui was supposed to be a romantic trip for two. But when Grayson Park’s bride leaves him at the altar, a solo trip to paradise seems like just the thing to take him far from his troubles. The... read more
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“Hard to put down. From the compelling opening sentence to the last, The Horns of Ruin is much like its protagonist: powerful, relentless and impossible to ignore.”—Miami HeraldWhen humanity a... read more
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Nathaniel Moore is a myth. He's a witch too powerful to exist and too clever to be caught. He's kept himself young for two hundred and fifty years with life-stealing dark magic and left a long... read more
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Jake has 97 reviews

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Roger W.

Roger W.

Mar, 2025

This is my fourth cover collaboration with Jake - that should really tell you everything right there. Jake is a fantastic collaborator and extremely professional. He has a passion for his craft and a desire to see his work help his clients succeed. Jake is my first stop for any book cover design...
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Warren S.

Warren S.

Mar, 2025

Jake proposed that we discuss the book and conceptual direction in a quick Zoom call before he began to work. He quickly grasped the kind of cover I was looking for and came up with a compelling idea which required very little changing. He was responsive and easy to work with, happy to make the n...
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Tim W.

Tim W.

Feb, 2025

Jake was easy to work with, he took my idea, and ask questions I didn't think about, which made the process more enjoyable and really set my mind at ease. His communication was prompt and he always made sure I was aware of our process every step of the way.
Nicolas W.

Nicolas W.

Feb, 2025

Working with Jake was absolutely fantastic. I came to him with preexisting art looking to get the typography done. The quote came in fast and communication after that was prompt with him responding most times in less than 24 hours. He followed the timeline he layed out and hit all of the deadline...
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Andre M.

Andre M.

Jan, 2025

Amazing! Jake is the real deal. Attention to detail, responsive to feedback, and he DELIVERS! This is my second cover with him, and I'll be coming back for the third for sure!

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