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I’m a senior editorial and publication designer specialising in complex, print-led projects including magazines, books, reports and long-form publications. I work with publishers and organisations to deliver clear, well-structured editorial design, either embedding within established teams or working independently to support continuity and high production standards under deadline. My background includes many years designing and producing regular magazine titles and long-form publications within fast-paced editorial environments, alongside contract and freelance roles delivering print publications for global brands and organisations. This experience means I’m comfortable stepping into existing design systems, managing complex layouts and ensuring consistency across high-page-count or multi-issue projects. What sets me apart is reliability and judgement. I’m often brought in for interim, overflow or project-based roles where a calm, experienced approach is needed to keep publications running smoothly and to a high standard.…I’m a senior editorial and publication designer specialising in complex, print-led projects including magazines, books, reports and long-form publications. I work with publishers and organisations to deliver clear, well-structured editorial design, either embedding within established teams or working independently to support continuity and high production standards under deadline. My background includes many years designing and producing regular magazine titles and long-form publications within fast-paced editorial environments, alongside contract and freelance roles delivering print publications for global brands and organisations. This experience means I’m comfortable stepping into existing design systems, managing complex layouts and ensuring consistency across high-page-count or multi-issue projects. What sets me apart is reliability and judgement. I’m often brought in for interim, overflow or project-based roles where a calm, experienced approach is needed to keep publications running smoothly and to a high standard.

Matt Crane

Designer, Art Director, Production Designer, +2

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I’m a senior editorial and publication designer specialising in complex, print-led projects including magazines, books, reports and long-form publications. I work with publishers and organisations to deliver clear, well-structured editorial design, either embedding within established teams or working independently to support continuity and high production standards under deadline. My background includes many years designing and producing regular magazine titles and long-form publications within fast-paced editorial environments, alongside contract and freelance roles delivering print publications for global brands and organisations. This experience means I’m comfortable stepping into existing design systems, managing complex layouts and ensuring consistency across high-page-count or multi-issue projects. What sets me apart is reliability and judgement. I’m often brought in for interim, overflow or project-based roles where a calm, experienced approach is needed to keep publications running smoothly and to a high standard.…I’m a senior editorial and publication designer specialising in complex, print-led projects including magazines, books, reports and long-form publications. I work with publishers and organisations to deliver clear, well-structured editorial design, either embedding within established teams or working independently to support continuity and high production standards under deadline. My background includes many years designing and producing regular magazine titles and long-form publications within fast-paced editorial environments, alongside contract and freelance roles delivering print publications for global brands and organisations. This experience means I’m comfortable stepping into existing design systems, managing complex layouts and ensuring consistency across high-page-count or multi-issue projects. What sets me apart is reliability and judgement. I’m often brought in for interim, overflow or project-based roles where a calm, experienced approach is needed to keep publications running smoothly and to a high standard.

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I’m a senior editorial and publication designer specialising in complex, print-led projects including magazines, books, reports and long-form publications. I work with publishers and organisations to deliver clear, well-structured editorial design, either embedding within established teams or working independently to support continuity and high production standards under deadline.

My background includes many years designing and producing regular magazine titles and long-form publications within fast-paced editorial environments, alongside contract and freelance roles delivering print publications for global brands and organisations. This experience means I’m comfortable stepping into existing design systems, managing complex layouts and ensuring consistency across high-page-count or multi-issue projects.

What sets me apart is reliability and judgement. I’m often brought in for interim, overflow or project-based roles where a calm, experienced approach is needed to keep publications running smoothly and to a high standard.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Editorial & Publication Designer (Freelance / Contract) at Independent / Freelance

January 1, 2020 - Present

Delivering print-led editorial and publication design for publishers and organisations, including magazines, books, reports and long-form publications. Focus on maintaining established design systems, managing complex layouts, and ensuring consistency and quality across multi-issue or high-page-count projects. Experienced working independently or embedding within existing teams to provide continuity, reliability and deadline-focused delivery.

Design Director at Ultima Media Ltd (part of Süddeutscher Verlag)

January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2020

Responsible for the design and production of multiple regular magazines and book titles within a fast-paced editorial environment. Oversaw long-form publication systems, production workflows and quality standards across high-page-count print outputs. Worked closely with editorial and commercial teams, as well as external partners, to ensure consistency, accuracy and dependable delivery under deadline. The organisation expanded its publishing portfolio during this period and was subsequently acquired by Süddeutscher Verlag.

Design & Production Manager at Haymarket Business Publications

January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000

Responsible for the design and production of marketing and exhibition materials for Haymarket Recruitment Events, working directly with senior stakeholders at IBM, NatWest and Cap Gemini.