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Cartoons in Company Newsletters

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Cartoon by Andrew Toos. A company board meeting, with the caption "What if, and I know this sounds kooky, we decided to communicate with the employees."

Using CartoonStock Cartoons in Company Newsletters

Part of our Marketing & Social Media Cartoons Category

A Better Newsletter Starts with a Better Opening Line (Or Picture)

Let’s be honest: most company newsletters don’t exactly inspire joy. They’re useful. Informative. Occasionally skimmed.

But when was the last time one actually made someone smile?

That’s where cartoons come in. A well-placed cartoon can turn a predictable internal update or promotional email into something people actually want to read. And with CartoonStock, finding the right cartoon is easy, fast, and fully license-safe—no awkward memes or image regrets required.

Why Use CartoonStock Cartoons in Your Newsletters?

Your audience—whether employees or customers—has seen enough dry headlines and dense paragraphs. A clever cartoon instantly adds:

  • Personality: Humor humanizes your message.

  • Clarity: Cartoons can explain or reinforce key ideas in a memorable way.

  • Engagement: Visuals break up text and help improve scroll-through and read rates.

  • Professional polish: CartoonStock offers high-quality artwork from top cartoonists—no cheesy clipart vibes here.

Whether you’re lightening up a compliance update or adding punch to a customer newsletter, CartoonStock helps you do it with confidence.

Best Use Cases for Newsletter Cartoons

There’s no one-size-fits-all placement for a cartoon—but there are plenty of creative ways to use them depending on your newsletter goals:

  • Employee updates: Celebrate milestones or poke gentle fun at office quirks—remote work, meeting overload, deadline drama.

  • Leadership messages: Add levity to an executive’s update or strategic announcement.

  • Customer-facing newsletters: Feature a cartoon that reflects your audience’s challenges or shared experiences.

  • Seasonal or themed editions: Holidays, end-of-quarter roundups, even back-to-school season—CartoonStock has curated categories for all of them.

Where to Place Cartoons for Maximum Impact

1. Top of the newsletter
Hook attention from the start. If your subject line gets the open, the cartoon can earn the scroll.

2. Inline between sections
Break up blocks of content and signal a tone shift between segments.

3. Beside key stories or quotes
Use the cartoon to echo or lightly comment on the surrounding content.

4. Footer
A recurring cartoon can become a signature touch—especially if you choose one that reflects your brand voice.

How to Choose the Right Cartoon (with CartoonStock Tools)

Finding the perfect fit doesn’t have to take all afternoon. With CartoonStock, you can:

  • Search by category – Like Business, HR, Remote Work, Finance, Health, etc.

  • Filter by cartoonist – Stick to a style your audience already knows and enjoys.

  • Pick your orientation – Landscape, portrait, or square, depending on your layout needs.

  • Use Caption Search – Input a key phrase or headline and find cartoons with relevant or witty captions that align with your theme.

Need a cartoon about “wellness at work” or “quarterly planning”? Chances are, you’ll find several—and laugh while doing it.

Learn more: How CartoonStock’s Search Tools Help You Find the Perfect Image

Common Mistakes (and How CartoonStock Helps You Avoid Them)

Even a good cartoon can fall flat if it’s not used well. Here’s what to steer clear of:

  • Making it too small to read – Give your cartoon room to breathe. Don’t bury it in a sidebar.

  • Choosing humor that’s off-brand – Know your audience and stay aligned with your voice.

  • Forgetting mobile layout – Make sure your image scales and stays legible on smaller screens.

  • Using unlicensed or “borrowed” images – That free cartoon you found on a blog? It might cost you later. CartoonStock handles all that with clear licensing terms, including for internal comms.

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Q&A: Cartoons in Company Newsletters

Q: What kind of cartoons work best in company newsletters?
A: Captioned single-panel cartoons with relatable workplace or cultural themes tend to perform well. They’re easy to scan and often spark conversation.

Q: Can I use the same cartoon in both internal and external newsletters?
A: Yes—just check the license when you purchase. CartoonStock makes this process clear and straightforward.

Q: How do I find a cartoon that fits a specific topic?
A: Use CartoonStock’s Caption Search or browse by category to zero in on the theme, tone, or moment you’re aiming for.

Q: Do cartoons really improve engagement?
A: They often do. Cartoons add visual interest, create pause points, and leave a more lasting impression than plain text alone.