Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Design & Illustration Services in Langholm
Ninja Beaver Design is a small but highly experienced design partnership based in Langholm, Dumfries and Galloway, UK. With over two decades of expertise in digital and print design, illustration, and the games industry, we deliver tailored creative solutions for clients across diverse sectors. Our portfolio spans video game titles, children's books, training manuals, websites, and fully illustrated ebooks, serving renowned clients such as BBC, Royal Academy of Engineering, and Telefonica.Specialising in clean markup for web and ebook design, we combine artistic imagination with technical precision to produce clear, impactful layouts. Our teams extensive background in Adobe Creative Cloud, HTML, and CSS ensures high-quality outputs that align with client needs while maintaining a strong work ethic and commitment to innovation.
Services
Design
Illustration
Ebook Conversion
Character Design
Print Design
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in design and illustration.
- Our team combines expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud and HTML/CSS.
- We deliver bespoke solutions for publishing, gaming, and corporate sectors.
- Our portfolio includes work for BBC, Royal Academy of Engineering, and more.
- We prioritise clean markup and user-friendly ebook formatting.
Services
Ebook Conversion
We convert manuscripts, documentation, and publications into flowable or fixed-layout ebooks (EPUB/MOBI) for platforms like Kindle and iPad. Our process ensures text reflows correctly, images are optimised, and covers are designed to enhance marketability. With expertise in HTML and styling, we prioritise readability and compatibility across devices.
Illustration
From children's books to technical manuals, we create bespoke illustrations tailored to client needs. Our work spans soft painterly styles for books and stylised vector graphics for tech companies, ensuring visual coherence and engagement. Clients include Forward Arts Foundation and DR Studios.
Print Design
We design print materials such as whitepapers, flyers, and business cards using Adobe Creative Cloud and Affinity Suite. Our focus is on creating bespoke graphics that avoid stock imagery, ensuring unique and professional outputs for clients like KJPPRC and Oxfiniti.
Character Design
Our character design services cater to video games, books, and published works. We produce quirky or conventional designs, blending creativity with technical precision to meet project-specific requirements for clients in gaming and publishing sectors.
Web Design
We craft responsive and visually engaging websites, leveraging HTML and CSS expertise. Our designs prioritise user experience and clean markup, ensuring seamless functionality and aesthetic appeal for businesses and organisations.
People
Sarah
Creative Partner
Sarah graduated with a First Class BA (Hons) in Design and worked as a concept artist at DR Studios before freelancing since 2007. She specialises in children's book illustration, game art, and web/print design, bringing technical and creative expertise to projects.
Lewis
Creative Partner
Lewis combines design expertise with a passion for geek culture, skilled in Adobe InDesign, HTML, and CSS. His work focuses on innovative layouts and digital solutions, contributing to the studio's diverse project portfolio.
Questions
What services does Ninja Beaver Design offer?
We provide design, illustration, ebook conversion, character art, and print/web design services for clients in publishing, gaming, and corporate sectors.
How experienced is your team?
Our team has over 20 years of combined experience in design and illustration, with expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, HTML, and children's book creation.
Can you handle complex ebook formatting?
Yes, we specialise in flowable and fixed-layout ebook conversions, ensuring compatibility with devices like Kindle and iPad while maintaining design integrity.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we collaborate with clients globally, including BBC, Telefonica, and Royal Academy of Engineering, delivering tailored creative solutions.
What file formats do you accept for ebook conversion?
We accept Word, PDF, HTML, and other formats, with a preference for Adobe InDesign and Dreamweaver workflows to ensure high-quality outputs.
How long does ebook conversion take?
Turnaround time varies based on project complexity but typically ranges from a few days to weeks, with bespoke formatting requiring additional attention.
