ABOUT me

Hi – I’m Ali.

Over the past few years as a freelancer, I’ve carved out a unique niche in the publishing industry by combining design expertise with marketing insight. My work goes beyond traditional design support – I collaborate with publishers on full campaigns, delivering everything from Meta advertising, campaign booking, partnerships, proof covers, and standout social assets to engaging animations, pitch decks, sales catalogues, and corporate communications.

I’ve had the privilege of leading the marketing for a number of bestsellers, including Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Dr. Julie (the Sunday Times #1 bestselling book of 2022), The Audacity by Katherine Ryan, and Parenting Hell by Josh Widdicombe and Rob Beckett.

More recently, I’ve shifted focus from 360 campaign management to exploring what great book visuals can be; crafting imagery that’s bold, story-driven, and emotionally resonant. My aim is to ensure every design not only grabs attention but also amplifies the story it supports.

This evolution has allowed me to bring even more creative energy to powerful campaigns; producing imagery for authors including Elizabeth Gilbert, Patricia Lockwood, Ava Reid, Sarah J. Maas, Samantha Shannon, and Juno Dawson. No matter the scale of the project, my goal remains the same: to create something that feels like it belongs on a billboard, a poster in the Underground, or lighting up Piccadilly Circus.

With the brain of a marketer and the creativity of a designer, I thrive on collaborating with publishers and marketers to deliver campaigns that are both strategically sharp and creatively driven.

Shortlisted for Freelancer of the Year at the FutureBook Awards 2025

  • ‘Ali is not only an exceptional designer but also one of the most genuine, grounded, and delightful people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. He’s been a trusted creative partner for many years, and I can’t recommend him highly enough.’

    Perminder Mann
    CEO, Simon & Schuster UK & International

  • ‘I thoroughly enjoy working with Ali. Not only is he a fantastic, versatile designer, but he is dedicated, responsive and a really nice guy to boot’

    Lois Bray
    Corporate Communications Director, Pan Macmillan

  • ‘Professional, adaptable, and genuinely easy to collaborate with, Ali is an invaluable design partner who always elevates the end result of what we’re looking for! An absolute pleasure to work with.’

    Emma Quick
    Children’s Marketing Director, Simon & Schuster UK

  • ‘Not only do I think his design skills are second to none, but he’s just a brilliant creative partner. No one does a better job!’

    Isabella Levin
    Marketing Manager, Penguin Random House

  • ‘It truly feels like he’s part of the team and every design project we’ve worked on together feels all the better for having him across it.’

    Jasveen Bansal
    Senior Marketing Manager, Bonnier Books UK

  • ‘He has a real knack for taking my ideas and transforming the design into more than I could ever have imagined.’

    Bec Gillies
    Senior Marketing Manager, Hachette Children’s

  • ‘WORKING WITH ALI WAS AN ABSOLUTE JOY. HE WAS PASSIONATE, COMMITTED AND FULL OF BRILLIANT IDEAS. THE BOOK WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN NEARLY AS MUCH OF A SUCCESS WITHOUT HIM.’

    Josh Widdicombe
    Comedian and 2x Sunday Times bestselling author

  • ‘Ali was absolutely fantastic at every stage of the process – his passion was clear and his ability to think outside the box to create opportunities was invaluable.’

    Kitty Laing
    Head of Comedy, Universal Agents – in reference to the campaign for
    Katherine Ryan’s The Audacity

  • ‘As a first-time author, I was totally delighted when my book became an instant Sunday Times bestseller and I have no doubt at all as to how much Ali's creative genius played a huge part in that. I am really grateful to Ali, it was the greatest pleasure working with him and I recommend him unreservedly.’

    Dr Saira Hameed
    2x Sunday Times bestselling author

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