​​With over 15 years working across national, newsstand, and specialist publications, I’ve developed a versatile editorial design skill set. From stylish typographic layouts for fashion, entertainment, interior design, kids mags and many more, to cohesive visual storytelling for news stories and websites, no matter the subject matter, no matter the clientele, I always maintain brand integrity and meet the tight deadlines and create something meaningful and attractive.

 

I’m a wiz at Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, with extensive experience in layout, covers, industry standard photoshopping /artwork and pretty much all aspects of design. 

 

I can take an idea, lead with it, from concept to print. I can create digital assets, packaging, event stands and complex cutter guides and I’ve commissioned illustrators, mentored designers and have a proven ability to manage multiple projects independently or in a team. I’ve also been involved in long form print - from brochures, books and catalogues to computer games manuals and can handle files that contain many pages. I have a solid understanding of the pre press and print processes and have working knowledge of the specific requirements for digital assets/media to get the best results.

 

I’m an enthusiastic friendly creative, just as happy communicating with Editorial, Designers, Artists, as with Ads and Marketing and Clients.

 

Beyond technical skills, I also bring enthusiasm, adaptability, a sense of humour and most of all , I enjoy it, I enjoy creating work, be it, concepts, mock-ups, digital assets, POS, branding, or the final artwork, that is engaging and stylish. I also love thinking outside the box and find fun in finding new ways of doing things. (I’m currently learning some motion animation)

 

I would love the opportunity to discuss how my experience and passion for design can support your opportunity.

 

I’ve collaborated with some of the biggest names in publishing, including Reach, DMG, Which?, Condé Nast, Emap, Bauer, BBC, Egmont, and IPC.

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What I Bring

• Creative, thoughtful design that connects with readers and brings ideas to life.

• Adobe expert – I know InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop inside out (but I’m always learning new tricks).

• Photoshop perfectionist – from retouching and colour correction to cutouts and montages, all done non-destructively.

• Concept to print – turning an idea into a finished piece, whether for print or digital.

• Typography and layout lover – clean, balanced design with purpose.

• Detail-obsessed – because the smallest things often make the biggest difference.

• Great communicator – clear, collaborative, and easy to work with.

• Production-savvy – fluent in both print and digital workflows.

• Deadline-driven – calm under pressure and quick to adapt.

• Digital edition experience – designing tablet and interactive magazine editions, including animations and online assets.

• Passionate and professional – I put everything into my work and always aim for the highest standard.