Steve Mead - Designer
Oxford, UK
I am experienced in non-fiction and fiction books for children aged 3-14+. Offering book cover design and page layout.
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Overview
Passionate and experienced designer specialising in Primary, Secondary and Trade books. I pride myself in delivering a professional and creative service from concept to full digital and print production.
Services
Languages
English
Fiction
Children's - Middle Grade
Children's Picture Books
Young Adult & Teen
Non-Fiction
Children's Books (Non-Fiction)
DIY & Crafts
Earth & Space & Environmental Sciences
ELT
Certifications
- Adobe Animate CC course
Work experience
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self-employed
June, 2017
–
Present
(almost 2 years)
Hi,
I offer a service that is tailored to support you in finding the right design and direction. I know the publishing process and what works for each age range, subject and target audience.
I have produced many non-fiction and fiction books from concept to production, offering a collaborative concept stage to get the look and feel right followed by a well-managed and communicative approach to producing the end product.
Please contact me with any queries and I am happy to help and hopefully work with you in the future.
Thanks
Steve
Digital ebook designer
Oxford University Press
March, 2018
–
August, 2018
(5 months)
This was a part time project helping OUP to establish its first ebook service. Transforming print books to work on an ebook platform.
Senior Graphic Designer
Capstone Publishers
June, 2005
–
June, 2017
(about 12 years)
Designing non fiction Libary books for Primary and Secondary sector. Managment of projects from budgets to schedules. Designing Trade books for WHSmiths and Waterstones.
Portfolio (6 selected works)
Robotics is one of the hottest fields in STEM curriculum. Open students' eyes to the field of professional robotic engineers. Readers will learn the basics from a real-life expert and get some hands-on epxperience all in a digital format.
Red Rock
Kate Kelly
The ice caps have melted. The coastal areas we once knew are gone, and only ‘scavvers’ now live in the flooded towns. The world has changed, but as 14-year-old Danni Rushton soon discovers, it isn’t the first time… Living with her uncle after the tragic death of her parents, Danni’s world is turned upside down when her aunt is assassinated. With her dying breath, she entrusts Danni with a stra... read more
The Baking Life of Amelie Day
Vanessa Curtis
Baking Life of Amelie Day
Lizzie's blood chilled as the sound went right through her. It was the baying of a hound...All is not well at Fitzy's Circus. A clown fall ill, the star performer is injured, and tickets for the show aren't selling. Is it because of the terrifying dog said to haunt a nearby graveyard? Lizzie and the Penny Gaff Gang decide to confront the so- called 'Devil's Hound' once and for all. Can Lizzie ... read more
Amphibian Body Parts (Animal Body Parts)
Clare Lewis
Amphibian Body Parts
Jonny Jakes Investigates The Hamburgers of Doom
Malcolm Judge
Meet Jonny Jakes, undercover reporter for banned school newspaper The Woodford Word. Nothing will stop his pursuit of the truth. Not teachers. Not parents. Not double detention.When a new head teacher arrives halfway through term, Jonny smells a rat. Teachers handing out sweets? All-you-can-eat hamburgers? He’s determined to get to the bottom of it, because Jonny Jakes investigates the same wa... read more
Steve has 2 reviews
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Steve made everything easy. I appreciated his precision, his artistry and his clear communication. He is the consummate professional and I highly recommend him.
Read moreJoyce Major, February 2019
It was good working with Steve, and really appreciated his responsiveness and creativity
Read moreMichal Wozny, December 2018
It was great working with Michal. The whole process was communicative and to the brief.
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