Jon Black
More than three decades of graphic design experience. Designer for some of the UK’s most respected independent record labels. Senior designer at the acclaimed agency, Stylorouge.
Skills:
Graphic Design:
Proficient in print and digital.
Branding:
Strategic brand development, creating visual identities that convey brand values effectively.
Digital Illustration:
Expertise through a variety of styles and techniques.
Book Design:
Visually compelling layouts, covers, and typography.
Packaging Design:
Extensive experience in music packaging across a variety of genres.
Agency Clients
Include HSBC, Shazam, Topman, Virgin, Knight Frank, Deezer, Mulberry, Land Securities, Ridgeford, Old Jamaica, ITV, Farah, Ben Sherman, John Lewis, Enya, Morcheeba, The Cure, Madonna ABN AMRO and numerous financial organisations.
Music Clients
Include Calibre, Grooverider, Fabio, Doc Scott, Goldie, Andy C, LTJ Bukem, Dillinja, Ed Rush & Optical, MJ Cole, Exit Records, BBC Radio 1Xtra, Subtitles Music, The Nothing Special, DJ Hype, Adam F, Universe, The Hypnotist, Mixmaster Morris, Luke Vibert, Dave Angel, Sony and EMI.
Exhibitions & Awards:
- Showcased my work internationally, with exhibitions in Japan and Europe, demonstrating a global impact.
- Distinguished as a finalist in two British Telecom web design awards, showcasing excellence in digital design innovation.
- Recipient of two W3 awards, recognizing outstanding achievement in web creativity and effectiveness.
Published Work:
Featured in numerous design publications, including:
- Icons (Taschen)
- Re:Think (How)
- Sampler – Contemporary Music Graphics (Laurence King)
- DiscStyle (Collins & Brown)
