Hello, my name is Jonathan and I am a

Product Designer

& Woodcarver

based in Niagara, Canada

A photo of Jonathan Reitsma

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Before we go further...

You're probably wondering what a product designer does. It's pretty simple, I bring order from chaos. I help startups and growing companies clarify their message, sharpen their brand, and build digital products that perform.

In my opinion...

You need a website.

A website is only one piece of the puzzle.

Strong digital experiences come from systems-level thinking: clear positioning, intuitive UX, compelling branding, and marketing systems. I help businesses align strategy and design so every touchpoint feels intentional. After 15 years in design, I’ve learned that clarity beats complexity every time.

A photo of an interface designed for the CTE Strong platform.

Web Design

Custom sites, built to perform.

Built to be fast, easy to manage, and ready to ship to your dev team.

Fast, responsive, and thoughtfully designed websites built around your story, your customers, and your objectives. Whether you need a marketing site, product page, or internal platform, I focus on usability, clarity, long-term scalability, and SEO and AEO.

A photo of an interface designed for the CTE Strong platform.
A collection of logos I developed.
A collection of logos I developed.

Branding

Building brands people remember

A strong brand does more than look good.
It shapes perception, builds trust, and helps people quickly understand what makes your business different. I design comprehensive brand systems so that your team isn't left with wondering what colours, fonts, or photos they should be using.

Whether it's a full rebrand or a careful refresh, I ensure your brand feels authentic and that you have input at every major milestone.

A poster designed for one of the Edge Factor films.Icons designed for the Edge Factor platform.
A slide deck designed for a photographer.Catalogue cover for Amber Stairs.

Design Systems

Touchpoints that shape perception

Every interaction influences how people perceive your business.

Packaging, presentations, pitch decks, social content, print materials, and marketing assets all contribute to a cohesive brand experience.

Together we'll identify your objectives and I'll help you make sure your content lands like it should.

A poster designed for one of the Edge Factor films.Icons designed for the Edge Factor platform.
A slide deck designed for a photographer.Catalogue cover for Amber Stairs.

some recent

Projects

A snapshot of clients I've had the pleasure of working with over the years. Click any project to learn more.

Most of this work happens at Harcove Studios, my design agency.

Photo of Jonathan standing in front of a pine tree forest.

a little bit

About me

I’m a designer based in Niagara, Canada, focused on building thoughtful digital experiences for startups, founders, and growing businesses.

Here are a few things about me!
I believe in loving God + loving people.
I love hanging out with my family.
I an avid cyclist.
I’m super competitive.
I’ll try almost anything once.

thats right...

My

Carving

In case you haven’t noticed, I love art.  I started carving at eleven and I’ve been at it ever since.  It’s my favourite way to unplug and relax.

I’ve done a bit of everything: whittling, turning, relief, chainsaw... heck, I’ve even carved custom handrail for a period homes. I’ve recently started to teach so if you’re interested need tips, let me know!

Photo of a handrail volute that I carved.A photo of a rose hair comb I carved.
A bear that I chainsaw carved.A spoon that I carved.

alrighty then,

Let's talk about your project!

Drop me a message and let's get the conversation started. I usually reply within a day, sometimes sooner!

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