Madeline Montoya
Creative Director · Art Director
In their own words
I wanted Byline to feel energetic and fun. It had to contain individuality and surprise.
The NYC editorial design community feels super small and like everyone knows each other.
I try to tow the line between amusement and electricity with quietness and a sense of organisation.
Articles & interviews
- Making publications into playgrounds for design: Madeline Montoya on the creative practices behind Byline and Bloomberg Businessweek
The article covers Madeline Montoya’s talk at Nicer Tuesdays New York, where she discussed her creative direction for Byline and art direction for Bloomberg Businessweek. She explored how type, motion, and web design can transform publications into dynamic, experimental spaces for design.
- "Nicer Tuesdays: Creative Talks in NYC This September - Tickets Available!"
It’s Nice That announces the return of Nicer Tuesdays to New York in September 2025, featuring talks from Michael Bierut, Andrew B. Myers, Madeline Montoya, and Tina Tona. The event will cover topics from collage and photography to editorial design, with a Q&A hosted by Elizabeth Goodspeed. Partners include GF Smith, Legion Paper, and Love Corn.
- Madeline Montoya: Merging Editorial Flair with NYC Design Joy
The Brand Identity interviews New York-based designer Madeline Montoya about her dual roles as Art Director at Bloomberg and Creative Director of Byline Magazine. She discusses her editorial design journey, the creation and evolving identity of Byline, and her inspirations drawn from fashion and community. The conversation highlights her approach to balancing creativity, structure, and individuality in contemporary editorial design.
- "2024's Top 25 Graphic Designs Revealed: Trends and Surprises"
It’s Nice That’s annual ‘Review of the Year’ highlights 2024’s top 25 graphic design stories, spanning rebrands, typographic debates, and nostalgic visual trends. The roundup features projects from studios like Collins, Studio Frith, and Little Troop, as well as commentary on industry issues such as unpaid pitching and the use of mockups. The article reflects a year defined by retro aesthetics, thoughtful branding, and critical reflection on design culture.