My name is James Hagan, I am a sophomore Illustration Major attending Montclair State University. I am aiming for a career in editorial illustration and publishing, however I am deeply motivated and passionate for art and aim to gain as much experience as possible. So far I work as an Illustrator for my school's student-run newspapers, creating illustrations for their articles. Outside of School I create my own comic books, I currently have an independent series which I have taken the responsibility of writing, drawing, and managing, which includes sketching and creating the cover art and inner illustrations, as well as designing flyers to promote my comic.

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My name is James Hagan, I am a sophomore Illustration Major attending Montclair State University. I am aiming for a career in editorial illustration and publishing, however I am deeply motivated and passionate for art and aim to gain as much experience as possible. So far I work as an Illustrator for my school's student-run newspapers, creating illustrations for their articles. Outside of School I create my own comic books, I currently have an independent series which I have taken the responsibility of writing, drawing, and managing, which includes sketching and creating the cover art and inner illustrations, as well as designing flyers to promote my comic.

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My name is James Hagan, I am a sophomore Illustration Major attending Montclair State University. I am aiming for a career in editorial illustration and publishing, however I am deeply motivated and passionate for art and aim to gain as much experience as possible. So far I work as an Illustrator for my school’s student-run newspapers, creating illustrations for their articles. Outside of School I create my own comic books, I currently have an independent series which I have taken the responsibility of writing, drawing, and managing, which includes sketching and creating the cover art and inner illustrations, as well as designing flyers to promote my comic.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Gallery Monitor at Studio Montclair, Inc.
June 1, 2025 - Present
Serve as front desk manager, greeting and assisting gallery visitors. Monitor and care for exhibited artwork, ensuring proper handling and safety. Open and close the gallery, prepare exhibits, and maintain professional presentation.
Technician & Art Restoration Assistant at Prism Specialties
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Transported artwork for restoration, ensuring safe handling and delivery. Assisted in professional art restoration processes under senior conservators. Gained hands-on experience with a wide range of fine art mediums.
Editorial Illustrator at The Montclarion
January 1, 2025 - Present
Illustrate for the inside of the university student newspaper.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at Montclair State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2028
Graphic Design & Commercial Art Program at Union County Vocational Technical School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    paper Over There to Nowhere

    An independent comic book written and illustrated by myself, tells the story of a street racer who discovers an powerful ancient amulet which he uses to power his muscle car to win races rather than its intended purpose, because of this he becomes the worlds most wanted man.

    Can be read online through the Global Comix Website -> https://www.twine.net/signin