ART DIRECTOR
ART DIRECTOR

LOS ANGELES based. 
WORLDWIDE reach.

Hey there, I'm Nakia! I've been part of the vibrant creative industry for over 19 years. Along the way, I've had the pleasure of collaborating with some amazing agencies, forward-thinking in-house teams, and visionary entrepreneurs. My adventures have taken me from the electrifying music industry to the glamorous world of film, and even into the realm of luxury brands. Oh, and don't let the finance world fool you—I've managed to bring some creative magic to those numbers too! Leading teams, earning marketing awards, evolving brands, and seeing my name in print has definitely made for an exciting journey. It's been a wild ride!

Creative & Art Direction /
Print & Digital Graphic Design /
Branding & Advertising /
Illustration /
Design Systems /
Strategy /

hello@nakiamatthewson.com

SELECT WORKS
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  • “She took the reigns on several key clients and managed creatives from concept to productions, while also contributing great design and art direction on top of that.”

    Ray Longoria, Creative Director CleaResult (now at Charles Schwab) / Austin

  • “When I struggle with the tone of a brand or a general creative vision, Nakia has the answer…”

    Lindsey Pearl, Director of Licensing & Interactive at Sony Television Pictures / London

  • “Nakia's work is undoubtedly top-notch. She is great at listening to what the client needs, and communicating throughout the whole process…”

    Anthony Erikson, Artist Manager & Founder at Eye In The Sky / Austin

  • “Her attention to detail, creative direction, strategic mind, and thoroughness is truly impressive.”

    Candice Bertalan, Owner & Designer at Tropic of Capricorn / Austin / LA

  • “When the ball was in her court, she knocked it out of the park. I would suggest her to anyone looking for a reliable and professional creative.”

    John DiCicco, Co-Owner Kinda Tropcial & Holiday / Austin

Art by nakia

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