Magazines, newsletters, books, catalogs, reports. No matter the size or the format of your publication, I can handle every step of the process — from the first concept to the final production..

For the past 10 years, I have been designing magazines, newsletters and other publications that inform, entertain and inspire readers. I create publications that sell — whether your mission is to sell an idea or to increase subscriptions, newsstand sales, awareness or ad revenue. Drawing upon my vast journalistic experience, I create reader-focused, content-driven publication designs. I strive to establish an emotional connection with your readers — a connection that will inspire them to read your publication from cover to cover.

“Mike Watters’ contributions to a magazine go beyond design. He understands the big picture, and it shows in his expressive and reflective — and fun — work.”
~ Letha Albright, editor (retired), School & Community magazine

Read more about my publication services on my blog and view more samples in the gallery.

Here are a few of the magazines I have designed over the years:

Alternative Family Magazine (2000) — no longer in print
Instinct Magazine (2000-2001)
School & Community, the magazine of the Missouri State Teachers Association (2004-2006)
View Media Magazines (2006-2008): Long Beach Magazine, Vancouver View Magazine, North Valley Magazine
Film Music Magazine (2007-2008) — no longer in print, but content is available online
SCBWI Bulletin (2008-present)