Matthew de Jong

Matthew de Jong is a London-based creative director and graphic designer who specializes in art direction, branding, typography, and digital works.1 He is the founder of Go De Jong, a studio with over 10 years of experience offering creative solutions.1

De Jong is particularly known for his work in the music industry, designing album covers and promotional materials for various musicians.12 He has created artwork for notable artists such as Kurt Vile, Ariel Pink, Cat Power, Clean Bandit, Deerhunter, Ed Sheeran, FKA Twigs, Little Dragon, Interpol, The Maccabees, Paolo Nutini, and Vampire Weekend.12

His career highlights include:

1. Working as Art Director for Beggars Group label in London and New York.1
2. Designing the infamous Goblin design for Tyler the Creator.1
3. Being nominated for a Grammy Award in 2018 for his work on Mura Masa's self-titled debut album.12
4. Receiving recognition for his album cover designs, with Complex magazine naming his covers for Little Dragon and Ratking among the 30 Best Album Covers of 2014.2

De Jong is known for his ability to work with musicians who have a reputation for being "difficult," creating designs that represent and please them.12 His work spans various aspects of visual design, including cover art, billboards, and stage design.1