Madeline Horwath is a writer and illustrator creating humorous, educational comic work that connects social and historical context with engaging visual storytelling. Her cartoons and long-form illustration have appeared in major publications and she partners with mission-driven organizations to educate and destigmatize real-world experiences.…

Madeline Horwath

Madeline Horwath is a writer and illustrator creating humorous, educational comic work that connects social and historical context with engaging visual storytelling. Her cartoons and long-form illustration have appeared in major publications and she partners with mission-driven organizations to educate and destigmatize real-world experiences.…

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Madeline Horwath is a writer and illustrator creating humorous, educational comic work that connects social and historical context with engaging visual storytelling. Her cartoons and long-form illustration have appeared in major publications and she partners with mission-driven organizations to educate and destigmatize real-world experiences.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Writer/Illustrator at Chronicle Books
January 1, 2028 - January 31, 2028
Contracts to write and illustrate a humorous and educational art-history book. The project is designed to teach social and historical context across ten specific eras in art history, paired with tutorial components.
Curriculum Designer / Arts Program Creator / Instructor at IDEA Design, London
November 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024
Created curriculum for after-school arts programs across London. Designed art classes and posters, coordinated outreach to schools, and taught students. Delivered art instruction and program materials aligned to educational goals and community engagement.
New Yorker Cartoonist / Cartoonist at The New Yorker, The Guardian (self-employed)
July 1, 2019 - Present
Produces editorial cartoons and illustration work. Manages administrative responsibilities alongside creative production by maintaining strong communication, organizing project information, and time-managing through multitasking. Work has included collaborations/placements with major outlets such as The New Yorker and The Guardian, as well as other media partners.

Education

Masters in Communications (Visual communications) at Royal College of Art
September 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024

Qualifications

Cartoonist at New Yorker
July 30, 2024
Cartoonist at Wellcome Collection
September 10, 2024
Cartoonist at Financial Times
July 30, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services