Jody Levitan Design

About

I'm originally from Chicago, and after spending a large part of my journey in sunny California, I've returned home to my roots. People always ask me, WHY? Well, that's a small question with a very big answer, but the simple version is, I'm a Chicago girl at heart. I grew up with four seasons, fall being my favorite, and believe it or not, winter as well. I just tell them, if you dress for the cold, you'll love it. There's a lot of diversity, beauty and inspiration to be found in a colorful city like Chicago.

I've worked full-time and freelance throughout the years as a graphic designer and editorial art director. With every project I do, I'm passionate, enthusiastic and focused. I specialize in all things print, editorial design, branding and marketing promotions, such as identities, advertising, web assets, packaging and more.

My ultimate desire is to help businesses and individuals achieve their creative goals with innovative design, art direction, insight and a good sense of humor, based on years of experience in all aspects of the creative process. I believe communication is key to building great relationships, both professional and personal, and for developing effective, imaginative and profitable solutions.

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“This isn't just a job to Jody, it's a true reflection of who she is – a true artist who places her heart and soul in full color and in breathtaking design. The added bonus of working with Jody is that she makes every project fun and pleasurable.”
- Ann Castle
- Founder & Publisher of CTW/Connect to Wellbeing Magazine—(client)
“Jody's design skills and creative ideas were instrumental in achieving exactly what I wanted.”
- Nadine Heitz
- Immigration Lawyer, Marketing and Strategy Consultant - Online and Social Media—(client)
“Jody played an integral role in the revitalization of Rider Magazine and the extensions of the Rider brand. Her vision and re-design of the magazine was critical to help take the Rider brand to the next level of success.”
- Steve Schiffman
- Sr. VP/Media Sales, GS Media & Events—(manager)
“Jody is an extraordinary talent, a true creative thinker with an amazing eye for good design. Jody represents a rare breed of creative leader who doesn't just take on projects; she takes ownership of them and pours her heart into every detail.”
- Marleen Canniff
- Senior Manageing Editor at GS Media & Events —(colleague)
“During her tenure at Rider the magazine won several awards for Overall Excellence and Best Cover, and her design talents took the appearance of our website, media kits, and collateral materials to new highs.”
- Mark Tuttle
- Editor-in-Chief at Rider Magazine—(manager)
“Over the years, Jody has been an invaluable creative and technical resource for other designers associated with our company's publications and media, and is always on top of the latest software and hardware innovations. She's a true professional who really knows what's she's doing and gives her all to every project, big or small.”
- Valerie Law
- Senior Editorial Director, Good Sam Enterprises—(client)
“She always impressed me with her design skills and instincts, from selecting the best photos for eye-catching covers to those that most effectively told the story in each feature.”
- Greg Drevenstedt
- Road Test Editor at Rider Magazine—(colleague)
“I highly recommend Jody to anyone seeking an art director who can translate a creative vision into high quality artwork.”
- Arden Kysely
- Contributor & Blogger, Rider Magazine—(colleague)
“It is one thing to be proficient in the technical details and the artistry/aesthetics of laying out a magazine, but to be really good at making a story "pop" the art director needs to know the subject – and better yet, have the passion.”
- Clement Salvadori
- Contributor Rider Magazine—(colleague)
“Jody's eye for creative design is second to none.”
- Troy Siahaan
- Road Test Editor, Affinity Media—(colleague)

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