Personal statement

Neil Baber is a book editor with a wealth of experience in publishing. As commissioning editor and editor for publishers David and Charles and Phaidon Press, he was involved in the publication of scores of prestigious books, particularly in the fields of photography, art, music, history and transport. He has collaborated with many well-known artists and authors, and has a particular interest in book design, typography, printing and production.

He also set up and helps run The Pattern Book Press, turning vintage book illustrations and graphics into contemporary greetings cards, posters and wrap, and continues to take on freelance work as a copywriter.

Academic qualifications

  • BA(Hons) The University of Manchester