ABOUT
Matt grew up in a small town in southern Ohio, drawing Ninja Turtles and Disney characters from paused VHS tapes. His artistic mother and encouraging father made sure he had the tools necessary to advance as an artist. His love for animation is what led him to pursue a career in graphic design.
With over 20 years of experience, Matt has had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to Fortune 100 companies. As an Art Director with IBM iX, Matt has helped secure new business with brands such as Reebok, Hertz, NetJets, Home Depot, Shell, Sherwin-Williams, Delta, UPS, Tidy Cats, Pfizer, and more.
Matt gives special focus to the client narrative and ensures their story rings true from conception to execution. His positive attitude and quiet confidence enable him to push through any situation to find the right outcome.
OUR PROCESS
1. Find Your Story
Every great brand starts with a story. Before we design anything, we take the time to understand who you are, how your business began, what you believe in, and where you want to go next.
Whether you're starting from scratch or refreshing an existing brand, we dig into the details that make your business unique so we can create a visual identity and brand voice that truly fits you.
2. Bring it to Life
Once we’ve established your brand identity, it’s time to put it to work. This is where your story becomes something people can see, recognize, and remember.
From logos and websites to social media graphics, packaging, print materials, and more, we create cohesive design solutions that help your business show up consistently wherever your customers encounter you.
3. Build for the Long Run
A successful brand isn’t just about getting noticed—it’s about building trust over time. The goal is to create a brand that feels authentic, consistent, and relevant as your business grows.
We don’t see the launch as the finish line. We’re here to support you as new opportunities, projects, and ideas come along.
TESTIMONIALS
"Matt Holley is the most consistently brilliant graphic designer I know. He enjoys pushing his own creative limits, which keeps him at the forefront of design. He is always pleasant and inspiring to work with, and I've never needed to seek out another designer throughout my marketing career."
Kara Mahone
Marketing Manager, D.P. Dough Franchising, L.L.C.
Marketing Manager and CFO, J.A.M. Sessions
"Matt Holley has been the go-to graphic designer for the D.P. Dough franchise, which specializes in college locations selling late-night calzones. We couldn’t be happier with Matt’s responsiveness, professionalism, and quality of work. Most importantly, he is willing to listen to our vision and then build on it with his creativity and attention to detail. I am always impressed with the final product provided by Matt. I enthusiastically recommend hiring him to anyone for graphic design work!"
Matt Crumpton
Executive Vice President, D.P. Dough Franchising, LLC
"Every time my business has a need for high-quality design for logos, shirts, posters, business cards, or anything else that exemplifies our brand, Matt Holley Design is always the first choice. Quick turn around times, a commitment to quality, and a willingness to work with us on the designs until it's truly perfect make it a no brainer for all our design needs. We constantly have customers asking who we hire for all of our graphic designs and I'm always proud to tell them of the fantastic work!"
Matt Bowes
"I have worked with Matt on a wide range of projects over several years. His designs are always fresh, vibrant, creative, and his style differentiates him in the marketplace. His products perfectly represent my company’s brand and identity; but they also are often award-winning, widely recognized designs. Finally, his demeanor, communication skills and ability to work within short deadlines make him a perfectly packaged designer and
art director."
Angie Krall
Marketing Manager, Modern Medical Inc.
"Matt has the ability to translate thoughts into unique, original designs. Whether it’s a comprehensive illustration or simple drawing, Matt is always prepared to give his best efforts and deliver timely, professional creative works."
Eric Leslie