Hi, I'm Jake—a brand and lettering designer based near Bristol, UK.
For over 20 years, I've worked with leading creative agencies and global brands as an adaptable designer with a deep passion for typography and brand identity. Hands-on from concept to delivery, I'm obsessed with what makes a brand distinctive, and communicating that with clarity, personality and charm.
Originally from Cape Town and now based south of Bristol in the beautiful Mendips, my feline Head of Accounts (Rambo) and I bring a can-do, joyful attitude to every project.
I also co-created and run Paper Trails, an online platform for the outdoor community, with partnerships including Strava and adidas.
Services
Brand & Visual Identity
A visual world for your business. Built to work hard across every touchpoint, without overcomplicating it.
Lettering & Logo Design
Custom letterforms drawn from scratch — from logotypes to title design, built to be unmistakably yours.
Ways of working
Project
Fixed scope, timeline and cost. I collaborate with trusted specialists when needed.
Day Rate
Drop-in, flexible support for creative agencies or in-house brand teams.
Retainer
Guaranteed monthly creative support. Consistent, ongoing output for long-term projects.
Collaborations
Clients
Strava
Nat Geo
Disney+
Yeo Valley Organic
Netflix
Universal
BBC
adidas
Network Rail
Agencies
INTERBRAND
Mr. President
BBH
Ogilvy
AKQA
Clubhouse Studio
Studio Juice
EssenceMediacom
Wildstar Films
IRIS Worldwide
Imagination
Saatchi & Saatchi
Recognition & Press
Talks