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Many years of experience in art direction, graphic design, and illustration has provided me with an all-encompassing perspective, not only of the words and visuals companies rely upon to communicate their message, but the organizational practices necessary for success. I’ve grown through each stage of my career, adding layer upon layer, fostering both my creative and management skills. Topping my list of talents is a high proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, etc), closely followed by excellent typographic skills, plus a well-practiced eye for detail. Expertise is evident in all my design work, a result of many years in the publishing industry. Thorough knowledge of both print-production and digital design has ensured successful completion of innumerable projects I’ve worked on.…Many years of experience in art direction, graphic design, and illustration has provided me with an all-encompassing perspective, not only of the words and visuals companies rely upon to communicate their message, but the organizational practices necessary for success. I’ve grown through each stage of my career, adding layer upon layer, fostering both my creative and management skills. Topping my list of talents is a high proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, etc), closely followed by excellent typographic skills, plus a well-practiced eye for detail. Expertise is evident in all my design work, a result of many years in the publishing industry. Thorough knowledge of both print-production and digital design has ensured successful completion of innumerable projects I’ve worked on.

MJPettitt

Graphic Designer, Book Cover Designer, Book Illustrator, +3

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Many years of experience in art direction, graphic design, and illustration has provided me with an all-encompassing perspective, not only of the words and visuals companies rely upon to communicate their message, but the organizational practices necessary for success. I’ve grown through each stage of my career, adding layer upon layer, fostering both my creative and management skills. Topping my list of talents is a high proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, etc), closely followed by excellent typographic skills, plus a well-practiced eye for detail. Expertise is evident in all my design work, a result of many years in the publishing industry. Thorough knowledge of both print-production and digital design has ensured successful completion of innumerable projects I’ve worked on.…Many years of experience in art direction, graphic design, and illustration has provided me with an all-encompassing perspective, not only of the words and visuals companies rely upon to communicate their message, but the organizational practices necessary for success. I’ve grown through each stage of my career, adding layer upon layer, fostering both my creative and management skills. Topping my list of talents is a high proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, etc), closely followed by excellent typographic skills, plus a well-practiced eye for detail. Expertise is evident in all my design work, a result of many years in the publishing industry. Thorough knowledge of both print-production and digital design has ensured successful completion of innumerable projects I’ve worked on.

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Many years of experience in art direction, graphic design, and illustration has provided me with an all-encompassing perspective, not only of the words and visuals companies rely upon to communicate their message, but the organizational practices necessary for success. I’ve grown through each stage of my career, adding layer upon layer, fostering both my creative and management skills.

Topping my list of talents is a high proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, etc), closely followed by excellent typographic skills, plus a well-practiced eye for detail. Expertise is evident in all my design work, a result of many years in the publishing industry. Thorough knowledge of both print-production and digital design has ensured successful completion of innumerable projects I’ve worked on.

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Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Attawandaron Publishing

January 1, 2023 - Present

Designed visually compelling book layouts and marketing materials, enhancing brand visibility.

Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at The Hamilton Club

January 1, 2023 - Present

Ensured high-quality production for The Hamilton Club’s 150th Anniversary Book by delivering beautiful page layouts and printer-ready files.

Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Susann Camus

January 1, 2023 - Present

Created unique book cover designs and illustrations for two novels, enhancing their market appeal and visibility.

Art Director at Home at Home Magazine (TC • Transcontinental/Home Hardware)

November 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025

Led art direction and page layout for a quarterly advertorial publication; promoted key brands within the Home Hardware product line; collaborated with cross-functional teams; directed photography, product selection and styling, resulting in visually compelling content.

Design Editor (Acting Art Director) at The Hamilton Spectator

April 1, 2009 - October 9, 2025

Designed layouts for diverse newspaper sections; participated in A1 planning; collaborated with editors and photographers to enhance storytelling; managed multiple deadlines; helped shape Ruby Magazine’s visual identity.

Art Director at Town Media

June 1, 2004 - October 9, 2025

Led the creative direction, designed editorial pages and advertisements for multiple magazines; provided art direction of covers, editorial photography and illustrations; developed marketing materials for trade shows; managed a team of designers and freelancers; generated production billings for ads.

Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Attawandaron Publishing

January 1, 2023 - Present

Designed visually compelling book layouts and marketing materials, enhancing brand visibility.

Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at The Hamilton Club

January 1, 2023 - Present

Delivered page layouts and printer-ready files for The Hamilton Club’s 150th Anniversary Book, ensuring high-quality production.

Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Susann Camus

January 1, 2023 - Present

Created unique book cover designs and illustrations for two novels, enhancing market appeal and visibility.

Art Director at Home at Home Magazine (TC • Transcontinental/Home Hardware)

November 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025

Led art direction and page layout for a quarterly advertorial publication; promoted key brands within the Home Hardware product line; collaborated with cross-functional teams; directed photography, product selection, and styling to produce visually compelling content.

Acting Art Director • Design Editor at The Hamilton Spectator

April 1, 2009 - October 9, 2025

Designed compelling layouts for diverse newspaper sections; participated in A1 planning meetings; collaborated with editors and photographers to enhance storytelling; managed multiple deadlines; contributed to Ruby Magazine visual identity.

Art Director at Town Media

June 1, 2004 - October 9, 2025

Led creative direction for Town Media; designed editorial pages and advertisements for magazines including Hamilton Magazine, Biz, Ontario Home Builder Magazine and Golf Canada; provided art direction for covers, editorial photography and illustrations; developed marketing materials for trade shows; managed designers and freelancers; generated production billings.