Matt grew up watching his father hand-letter signs & pinstripe semi trucks. He studied at Macewan University, the Cooper Union, and holds a Bachelor of Design (Honours) degree from NSCAD University.
After relocating to Toronto in 2007, Matt created award-winning work for a number of studios, and in 2014 joined Chad Roberts Design as a senior designer. While working with Chad he specialized in boutique food & hospitality branding, creating tailored branding and packaging solutions for clients ranging from international distributors to boutique establishments.
In 2016 Matt relocated to Vancouver, and co-founded Webb Creative, where he created some of Canada’s most enduring cannabis brands, including Broken Coast, -ness, and BZAM. He also worked with multiple Licensed Producers to develop compliant labeling systems and packaging solutions.
In 2022 Matt joined BZAM Cannabis as a Senior Band Manager. While at BZAM he created industry-leading marketing campaigns, innovative brand extensions, and beloved merchandise and apparel.
Matt has been recognized by Communication Arts, the Cannes Cyber Lions, Applied Arts, and the ADCC, and has spoken about cannabis branding at the LIFT Cannabis Expo and RGD Design Thinkers (2023).
Previous Collaborators
Broken Coast Cannabis, Tilray , Aphria, DOJA, BZAM, Greentone, Zenco, Olli Brands, Citizen Stash, El Blunto, Coast Mountain Cannabis, Glacial Gold, IslandCanna, Dunn Cannabis, The Green Organic Dutchman, La Carnita, Richmond Station.
Skills
Creative Direction
Graphic Design
Branding
Packaging Design
Compliant Labelling
Retail Display
Photography
Copywriting