Matthew Müller
Creative Director | Design Thinker | Brand Strategist
- Role
- Creative Lead at Ace Hotel / Atelier Ace
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Matthew Müller
I’m Matthew Müller, a creative leader and designer with over 20 years of experience turning ideas into meaningful experiences. My work is rooted in curiosity and shaped by a lifelong passion for creativity—in all its forms. Outside of design, I’ve spent years making music, painting, photographing, and writing. That range keeps my thinking fresh and helps me approach each challenge from multiple angles.I love mentoring junior designers and guiding ideas from loose beginnings to thoughtful, finished work. Whether leading a project or supporting someone else’s growth, I believe in building trust, staying open, and pushing for clarity.Along the way, I’ve led teams, collaborated with clients across industries, and taught workshops at places like USC, AIGA, and Hebrew Union College. I studied Communication Design at Otis College of Art and Design, but most of what I’ve learned has come from staying curious and never settling.
Experience
Creative Lead
Feb 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US
Hands-on art direction and design for a global hospitality brand rooted in culture and place. I focus on caring for and evolving the brand across multiple properties, working closely with teams on print, digital, and experiential work. I also supported brand and presentation efforts connected to the acquisition of Ace Hotel Group by Seibu Prince Hotel Group, helping set the stage for long-term growth.
Education
Otis College of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Graphic Design
2004 — 2007
Skills
- Creative Strategy
- Corporate Identity
- Typography
- Motion Graphics
- Visual Communication
- Logo Design
- Illustrator
- Brand Development
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Art Direction
- Creative Direction
- Art
- Corporate Branding
- Graphic Design
- Branding & Identity
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