Multi-award winning Digital Design Director based in London.

Meet Matt.

Meet Matt.

BACKGROUND.

Scribbling on tables since the '80s, I've always been passionate about my art.


Since the 00's, I've been making digital things, starting off in graphic design, creating illustrations, before moving into branding,
been creating and shaping digital experiences by day, and creating brand identities at night.


My experience has taken me to product/digital/integrated/in- house and creative production agencies, helping brands, agencies, and teams communicate their products and services while raising the design bar with a 'less, but better’ approach.


Guided by the big picture, I think strategically, work systematically, and deliver meaningful experiences across all touchpoints. I work closely with teams and stakeholders to help define problems and create beautifully simple solutions.

Previously, I’ve worked as an Art Director, managed design teams, nurtured talent, held a myriad of designer titles, and worked out of a cupboard. 


Scribbling on tables since the '80s, I've always been passionate about my art. Since the early 2000's I've focused on shaping digital products, services, and brands—but the child-like energy remains.


My experience has taken me to product/digital/integrated/in- house and creative production agencies. Helping brands, agencies, and teams communicate their products and services while raising the design bar with a 'less, but better’ approach.


Guided by the big picture, I think strategically, work systematically, and deliver meaningful experiences across all touchpoints. I work closely with teams and stakeholders to help define problems and create beautifully simple solutions.

Previously, I’ve worked as an Art Director, managed design teams, nurtured talent, held a myriad of designer titles, and worked out of a cupboard. 

EXPERIENCE.

2025 - Now

Product Design Director / LIONS Intelligence
Managing a team across a suite of LIONS subscription sites, AI initiatives and design systems.
Brands include, WARC, Effie, Contagious.

2022 - 24
Product Design Lead / LIONS Events & Awards

Leading a team across LIONS Events and Awards brands including Cannes Lions and Money20/20.
Hands-on across Design System and event sites.


2012 - 22
Founder & Director / Rocking Horse Bureau  Ltd
Founded an independent design agency to help brands create world-class products and digital experiences.
Clients included:
DesignStudio, Native Design, AKQA, FCB Inferno, PwC, VEON, McLaren Formula 1, Google, Red Bull, BBC, Honda, Samsung, and many more.


2011 - 12
Art Director / Critical Mass
Created digital campaigns for brands including Adidas, Citi Bank & Nissan.


2002 - 10
Myriad of titles working across digital agencies and design team.


AWARDS.

The Other House

Webby Award Winner - APP Best Visual Design - 2023

Google Digital Garage

Marcom Gold Award App For Training/Learning - 2016
Marcom Platinum Award Economic Development - 2016
Digiday Awards Europe B2B Campaign of the Year · 2016
Digiday Awards Europe Best Audience Development Platform· 2016
European Commission Digital Skill Award - 2016
UK Digital Experience Award Customer Experience Innovation - 2016

BACKGROUND.

Scribbling on tables since the '80s, I've always been passionate about my art. Since the early 2000's I've focused on shaping digital products, services, and brands—but that child-like energy remains.


My experience has taken me to product/digital/integrated/in- house and creative production agencies, helping brands, agencies, and teams communicate their products and services while raising the design bar with a 'less, but better’ approach.


Guided by the big picture, I think strategically, work systematically, and deliver meaningful experiences across all touchpoints. I work closely with teams and stakeholders to help define problems and create beautifully simple solutions.

Previously, I’ve worked as an Art Director, managed design teams, nurtured talent, held a myriad of designer titles, and worked out of a cupboard. 

Design and built by Matthew Kempton, 2025

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