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Jon Berkeley

As seen in: Common Sense Media, Harvard Magazine, The Banker
I make illustrations that will knock your socks off, for The Economist, New Statesman, Volkskrant, l'Express & more • I write books too • see holytrousers.com
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Interview

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Myles na gCopaleen

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

Acrylic, Oils, Digital.

What's your favorite social network?

facebook

Who do you wish followed you?

Any editor or art director. The more the merrier.

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

I created cartoon strips which principally lampooned the staff. They took it well. Mostly.

When's the best time to pitch you?

9.00 to 24.00 GMT

What's the best pitch you ever got?

My highest profile regular client is the Economist. I illustrate many of their covers, which gives me excellent exposure worldwide.

What's your favorite drink?

Craft beer, Irish whiskey

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

In the garden, chopping bits off things, or on the sofa with a good movie.

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

Time
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