Melbourne- based, globally available graphic designer specializing in print publishing, books, and remote work.…

Lee Riches

Melbourne- based, globally available graphic designer specializing in print publishing, books, and remote work.…

Available to hire

Melbourne- based, globally available graphic designer specializing in print publishing, books, and remote work.

Language

French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Art Editor at The Washington Post / What on Earth Books / Toucan Books / Britannica America As It Happened
October 1, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Solely responsible for developing new layouts based on the existing template design, commissioning illustrations and maps, and delivering final print-ready files.
Art Editor at Britannica All New Children’s Encyclopedia
October 31, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Exceeded core responsibilities by designing charts, commissioning illustrations and infographics, and delivering final print-ready files.
Lead Designer at Dorling Kindersley – Music: The Definitive Visual History
October 31, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Led the redesign of 25% of the second edition. Collaborated with DK India to enhance new content layouts while adhering to strict DK style guidelines.
Graphic Designer at The Wheelhouse Studio
December 31, 2019 - September 11, 2025
Developed brand identity and designed marketing materials including logos, business cards, vinyl signage, promotional flyers, and web banners.
Graphic Designer & Finished Artist at Cengage Learning
December 31, 2019 - September 11, 2025
Prepared final artwork for the VCE and Nelson textbook series; emphasised speed, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Senior Art Editor at Dorling Kindersley
October 1, 2010 - September 11, 2025
Held multiple roles including Jacket Designer, Multimedia Designer, and Senior Art Editor; managed internal and external teams of designers, illustrators and picture researchers for non-fiction series.
Typesetter & Layout Designer at Bradt Travel Guides
October 1, 2010 - September 11, 2025
Typesetting and layout of best-selling travel guides.
In-house Designer at Mosby-Wolfe Medical Communications
October 1, 2010 - September 11, 2025
Sole in-house designer overseeing the creation of all marketing materials from print to exhibition design.
Freelance Designer at London Consumer Magazine Circuit
October 1, 2010 - September 11, 2025
Freelanced for major UK titles including Cosmopolitan, Just Seventeen, Q, Smash Hits, 19, BBC Good Homes and BBC Gardeners’ World.
Jacket Designer / Multimedia Designer / Senior Art Editor at Dorling Kindersley
October 1, 2010 - September 22, 2025
Held multiple roles within a non-fiction series, managing internal and external teams of designers, illustrators, and picture researchers.
Typesetter / Layout Designer at Bradt Travel Guides
October 1, 2010 - September 22, 2025
Typesetting and layout of best-selling travel guides.
In-House Designer at Mosby-Wolfe Medical Communications
October 1, 2010 - September 22, 2025
Sole in-house designer overseeing the creation of all marketing materials from print to exhibition design.
Freelance Designer at London Consumer Magazine Circuit
October 1, 2010 - September 22, 2025
Freelanced for major UK titles including Cosmopolitan, Just Seventeen, Q, Smash Hits, 19, BBC Good Homes and BBC Gardeners’ World.
In-House Designer at Mosby-Wolfe Medical Communications
October 1, 2010 - September 22, 2025
Sole in-house designer overseeing the creation of all marketing materials from print to exhibition design.

Education

HND Graphic Design at Loughborough College of Art and Design
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1988
OND Graphic Design at Colchester Institute of Further Education
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1986

Qualifications

Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
TAFE NSW Tourism, Travel & Hospitality Training: Espresso Coffee & Food Safety
January 1, 2012 - September 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Retail, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality
    paper Simply Emerging Series – Artificial Intelligence & Quantum Computing
    "Simply Emerging Technology Facts Made Fast," the freshest addition to the series. The key challenge was the complexity of the subject and the need to interpret the author’s rough scamps. I reworked these into the established DK style while managing the intricate technical processes involved. By liaising closely with the art director, I successfully delivered my allocated pages on time, within budget, and to full satisfaction.…
    paper America As It Happend
    “America As It Happened” captures pivotal moments in U.S. history through a newspaper-style format. As Senior Art Editor, I developed layouts, coordinated multiple contributors, and commissioned custom illustrations. I guided the project from concept to print-ready files, ensuring visual clarity, historical accuracy, and a cohesive final publication.…
    paper America As It Happend
    “America As It Happened” captures pivotal moments in U.S. history through a newspaper-style format. As Senior Art Editor, I developed layouts, coordinated multiple contributors, and commissioned custom illustrations. I guided the project from concept to print-ready files, ensuring visual clarity, historical accuracy, and a cohesive final publication.…
    paper America As It Happend
    “America As It Happened” captures pivotal moments in U.S. history through a newspaper-style format. As Senior Art Editor, I developed layouts, coordinated multiple contributors, and commissioned custom illustrations. I guided the project from concept to print-ready files, ensuring visual clarity, historical accuracy, and a cohesive final publication.…
    paper Senior Art Editor

    Dorling Kindersley – Music: The Definitive Visual History. I led the redesign of 25% of this highly illustrated book for its second edition. Collaborated with DK India, enhancing new content layouts while adhering to DK’s strict style guidelines.

    paper Scholastic Book of World Records 2025

    Oversaw the annual redesign of a bestselling title, refreshing all of the content each year. Created new layouts, charts, and illustrations to keep the book engaging for young readers while managing the entire production process.