Ashley Santoro

Ashley Santoro – Designer

Designer, and Illustrator, Covers and Interiors Contemporary Romance, Chick-lit, Rom-Com, YA, Women's Fiction, and Cozy Mysteries.

Overview

I'm a Canadian Graphic Designer, who specializes in lettering-based designs and bright graphic illustration. I work with clients both big and small, some notable companies are Tule Publishing, Wattpad, Harlequin Canada and Source Books.


Genres I work in are Contemporary Romance, Chick-lit, Rom-Com, Young Adult, Women's Fiction, and Cozy Mysteries.


I've always had a passion for book covers and design. I know they say "don't judge a book by its cover" but as a Designer, I always do! I also apply my knowledge to book interior projects.


I have a background in Print Design, where I worked in-house for 3+ years through every stage of the printing process. My knowledge of print is used every day. I want to provide everything I can to my clients to make the publishing process seamless and stress-free!


Projects typically take 2-4 weeks

I work on projects such as: cover design, interior formatting, character art, book-ish merch and social media.


Each project is priced individually, depending on deliverables and timeframe. Starting costs range from $500+

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs
Fiction
Chick Lit Contemporary Romance Cozy Mysteries Romantic Comedy Young Adult
Languages
English
Certifications
  • Mohawk College - Graphic Design Digital Media Diploma
  • Sheridan College - Media Fundamentals

Work experience

Self-employed

Jul, 2017 — Present

As a freelance graphic designer, I provide services such as book cover design, interior formatting/typesetting, custom illustration, lettering, and social media assets.
Some notable commercial clients are Harlequin Canada, Wattpad, Source Books, Tule Publishing, Rising Action Publishing, Alcove Press and Crooked Lane Books

The Printing House

Aug, 2015 — Jul, 2017 (almost 2 years)

I started my career at The Printing House, working from Finishing to Print and eventually Design.
My time as a Designer was spent creating business stationery, large format projects and to my surprise book covers for self-published authors.

When designing books I was responsible for everything. Cover, Interior, Jacket, and Illustrations. It was a great learning opportunity and helped me discover my strengths as a Designer.

Portfolio

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Bolen, Sydney

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Ashley has 118 reviews

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Tanvier P.

Tanvier P.

Jul, 2024

Ashley always brings covers to life, and she did a phenomenal job with my divorce rom-com, Ella Gets the D. It was the second time I worked with her and won't be the last. She captures general cover ideas in the first couple sketches that always turn into the final product.
Lauren I.

Lauren I.

Jun, 2024

Working with Ashley is brilliant! Incredibly patient and understanding, and is happy to help with every aspect of cover design, and her designs are incredible! I truly recommend working with her!
Bailey T.

Bailey T.

Jun, 2024

ASHLEY WAS THE BEST! There aren’t enough words to describe how much of a pleasure she was to work with. Not only were her designs phenomenal, but her communication was great. I hope to work on more projects with her.
Jerramy F.

Jerramy F.

Jun, 2024

Ashley was amazing and so patient with my constant edits. Highly recommended!
Michelle C.

Michelle C.

Jun, 2024

Ashley did a great job on my project - very responsive and happy to make changes. Would defiinitely work with her again!!!

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