Ted Jennings

I'm Ted — a designer and illustrator who loves making complex ideas clear, engaging and accessible. After several years in publishing, I'm looking to bring my craft into an environment where empathy, clarity and thoughtful communication matter. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced settings and enjoy creating polished, brand-consistent work across both print and digital. Let's make something cool!

FREELANCE DESIGNER & ILLUSTRATOR at Self Employed (2025-12 – Present)

• Creating promotional design for publishing including event materials, social media graphics and marketing assets for authors and imprints.
• Delivering bespoke illustration projects for clients seeking unique artwork, character‑driven visuals or brand‑aligned storytelling.
• Developing small‑scale branding for individuals and businesses, from logo creation to cohesive visual identity systems.
• Managing end‑to‑end project workflows including briefing, concept development, revisions and final delivery across digital and print.
• Collaborating directly with clients to translate ideas into clear, engaging visuals that support their goals and audiences.

SENIOR DESIGNER at Templar Books (2025-04 – 2025-12)

• Leading multi‑title projects from concept through to final artwork, ensuring clarity, accessibility and strong visual storytelling.
• Shaping visual direction across non‑fiction and gift titles, balancing editorial needs with creative innovation.
• Managing illustrator and freelancer relationships to deliver cohesive artwork and maintain smooth production pipelines.
• Overseeing schedules and production workflows to keep complex projects on time and aligned with print requirements.
• Creating high‑quality bespoke illustrations and assets to elevate content and strengthen brand consistency.

DESIGNER at Templar Books (2022-03 – 2025-04)

• Designing accessible non‑fiction layouts across multiple series, ensuring clarity, hierarchy and reader engagement.
• Producing digital and marketing assets including social graphics, A+ content and campaign visuals.
• Developing illustration and icon systems to support narrative flow and unify visual language.
• Preparing accurate print‑ready files with meticulous attention to detail and technical precision.
• Collaborating with editors and production teams to refine content, solve layout challenges and maintain brand standards.

JUNIOR DESIGNER at Templar Books (2021-04 – 2022-03)

• Supporting senior designers with layout development, artwork prep and early concept scamps.
• Applying brand guidelines consistently across series, formats and marketing materials.
• Building strong typographic skills through hands‑on layout work and iterative feedback.
• Creating simple illustrations and icons to support content clarity and visual cohesion.
• Managing file organisation and production admin to keep projects running smoothly and efficiently.

DESIGN ASSISTANT at Templar Books (2019-08 – 2021-04)

• Providing production and admin support across the design team, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day workflow.
• Preparing accurate artwork and print files under guidance from senior designers.
• Assisting with research and early concept work for new titles, pitches and series development.
• Maintaining asset libraries including imagery, icons and templates for team use.
• Supporting layout development with simple page builds, corrections and typographic adjustments.

First Class Honors Degree in Illustration – Southampton Solent University (2016 – 2019)

3 Full A Levels – Farnborough Sixth Form College (2012 – 2014)