SMALL STUDIO.

BIG IDEAS.

Freelance graphic designer specialising in branding and packaging design

About me

I’m an independent brand and packaging designer, working as a freelance graphic designer to help growing businesses create visual identities that feel clear, distinctive and easy to connect with. My work is guided by curiosity and play, with a belief that the strongest ideas come from giving them time, care and attention.

As a one-man studio, you work directly with me from start to finish, keeping things simple, personal and efficient. When a project needs extra support, I bring in trusted collaborators — without adding unnecessary complexity or cost. It’s a considered way of working that delivers thoughtful, high-quality design without the agency overhead.

Design specialisms

Start a Project

Branding Design

Visual Identity

Logo Design

Strategy

Brand Guidelines

Positioning

Packaging Design

Branding

Packaging Design

Label Design

Print Production

Web Design

Wireframing

Responsive Design

UI/UX

Web Development

Digital Design

Digital Brand Assets

Campaign Design

Social Templates

Email Design

Digital Banners

Editorial/Print Design

Book/Brochure Design

Print Layouts

Art Direction

Typography

Print Production

Featured Work

All

JukeJam

Logo Design Portfolio

SDP Student Homes

Tribal Milk

Re+

5 reasons to work with me

05

More care, more accountability

As a one-man studio, every project matters. I take personal responsibility for the work, the details and the outcome — because my name is on it, and the result genuinely matters to me.

04

Faster decisions, quicker turnaround

With fewer layers and less bureaucracy, projects move more smoothly. Decisions are made quickly, momentum is maintained, and good ideas don’t get slowed down by process.

03

Flexible support, when you need it

I can step in as an extension of your team during busy periods, on specific projects, or for specialist work — without the commitment or cost of hiring in-house.

02

Direct communication, from start to finish

You work directly with the person doing the thinking and the designing. There are no account managers, handovers or lost context — just clear, honest communication throughout the process.

01

Agency-level quality, without the agency cost

Working independently means far lower overheads than a traditional agency. That makes thoughtful, high-quality design more accessible — giving growing businesses the same level of craft and strategic thinking usually reserved for much larger companies.

What my clients say

“Alex went above and beyond to bring our brand, JukeJam, to life. With a fairly open-ended brief, he quickly honed in on the right tone, making the process easy from the start. The final result balanced corporate professionalism with the vibrancy of live music — a cornerstone of our brand.”

Ben Oaks

Head of Operations at JukeJam

“I worked with Alex on creating branding materials for a new business and was really pleased with the results. Not only was I happy with the logo and brand identity, but the materials were presented in a clear, easy-to-follow way.”

Richard Norris

Director at Morus

“Alex Birks Graphic Design has worked with us for over 15 years. Alex created our website, which is highly commended by artistes and management companies across the entertainment community. He maintains the site and regularly sets up new pages for our events. We can fully recommend his services and his availability, ensuring even last-minute bookings are set up on time.”

Judith Mackie

Theatre Manager at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre

“Alex worked with me to create a brand for My Own Words. He was really good at listening to exactly what the message and tone needed to be. He came up with a range of design concepts. He responded quickly to all of my queries and was extremely generous with his time and ideas. I think he is really versatile in his work.”

Ledlowe Guthrie