Richard Bravery
About Richard Bravery
Richard Bravery is an Art Director at Penguin Random House in London, with over ten years of experience in the publishing creative field, specializing in typography and illustration.
Art Director at Penguin Random House
Richard Bravery currently holds the position of Art Director at Penguin Random House in London, United Kingdom. His role involves overseeing the visual and creative elements of the publishing process, ensuring that designs align with the company's branding and marketing strategies. His expertise in typography and illustration plays a crucial role in the development of book covers and promotional materials that capture the essence of various literary works.
Previous Experience in Book Design
Richard Bravery has a substantial background in book design, having worked as a Senior Designer at Penguin Books Ltd from 2007 to 2019. Prior to that, he was a Designer at HarperCollins Publishers, 4th Estate from 2004 to 2007. His early career also includes a position as Marketing Creative at HarperCollins Publishers, 4th Estate for seven months in 2004. These roles have equipped him with extensive experience in both the strategic and executional aspects of publishing design.
Educational Background in Design
Richard Bravery's educational foundation in design includes a Master's degree in TypoGraphics from London College of Printing. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Illustration from University College Falmouth. This combination of formal education in typographic design and illustration underpins his work in the publishing industry, enabling him to effectively blend textual and visual elements in his designs.
Specialization in Typography and Illustration
With over ten years of experience in the publishing creative field, Richard Bravery specializes in typography and illustration. His expertise spans from initial design strategy to final execution, making him a versatile asset in the publishing industry. He is particularly known for his ability to discover debut writers and help them evolve into bestselling authors through compelling visual storytelling.
Initiatives and Interests
Richard Bravery started the imprint Pamela Dorman Books in 2008, focusing on publishing well-written but accessible fiction, suspense fiction, and nonfiction primarily aimed at women readers. He highly values character development and the author's voice in the selection of books for publication. Additionally, he takes a keen interest in stories that emotionally engage readers, even those that evoke strong reactions such as tears.