Peter Haughland

Principal

Peter graduated from Medicine Hat College with a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Visual Communications, where he studied photography and graphic design. What started as an interest in landscapes quickly evolved to include industrial, commercial, portraits, and event photography. Peter's penchant for all things technical, partnered with his keen eye for composition, has allowed him to grow our client list to include local, provincial, and national clients.

Cait Burns

Creative Director

Cait has been a student of photography since 2009. Cait attended MacEwan University, where she graduated from the Design program with a major in photography. In her final year of studies, PhotoEd Magazine featured her as an up-and-coming photographer to look out for. Cait has taken on roles such as lead photographer for a local apparel brand, worked with local fashion designers developing seasonal catalogues and advertising photography, and has photographed for countless businesses and agencies. She joined Hello Public in 2019 and has since become an integral part of the team.

Erin Haughland

Office Manager

Emma Skogstad

Designer

Emma graduated from Macewan University in the spring of 2022 with a Bachelor of Graphic Design, focusing on photo and video. While honing her skills in these dynamic mediums, she also gained a comprehensive understanding of the broader field of visual communication, which informs much of her work. In her diverse role as a photographer, designer, and lead videographer at Hello Public, Emma brings a versatile and innovative approach to each project. Her ability to craft captivating narratives across diverse platforms is a testament to her diverse background. Beyond her creative role, Emma's passion for photography is equally matched by her love for her feline friends. What fuels Emma's imagination? An iced coffee - or two. It's science, or something.

Bretten Wiebe

Intern

Bretten is the budding talent at Hello Public, bringing youthful energy and fresh perspective to the studio each summer. As he continues his design education at MacEwan University, he's diving deep into the many intricacies of user experience and graphic design. Beyond the screen, Bretten loves to shoot hoops — rumor has it he's even dunked on Peter a time or two.

Stephen Nieuwelaar

Designer

Stephen Nieuwelaar, web designer and developer at HelloPublic, brings over 13 years of UX and graphic design experience from software companies across New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. With a background in front-end development, he crafts designs that streamline development and enhance user experiences.