https://mattthompson.design Matt Thompson Design Co. Thu, 23 Feb 2023 18:14:23 +0000 https://mattthompson.design en https://mattthompson.design/index Mon, 03 Oct 2022 22:31:06 +0000 Matt Thompson Design Co. https://mattthompson.design/index The original Matt Thompson™ Branding, Packaging, Illustration &amp; Typography Creative Design Studio Works.Based in Austin, TX. Please enjoy this fun waterfall of typography, illustrations, and logos that I will add to periodically. :) (I post work more casually on my Instagram.)If you would like to get in touch/have a work inquiry, or want to tell me what your favorite album or band is, please email: studio@mattthompson.design <img width="1500" height="5849" width_o="1500" height_o="5849" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/45609bd9b7a9dd0f02999c3d4465a84fcc664bd5e4d2f22a97c4cbb0431fda20/MT_waterfall-2024-dkmd.png" data-mid="217986787" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/45609bd9b7a9dd0f02999c3d4465a84fcc664bd5e4d2f22a97c4cbb0431fda20/MT_waterfall-2024-dkmd.png" /> https://mattthompson.design/Pricing Thu, 23 Feb 2023 18:14:23 +0000 Matt Thompson Design Co. https://mattthompson.design/Pricing Pricing Hi! Thank you for your interest in my Design services. Respectfully, I’m not playing pricing hide and seek with you. Nor do I want to burden you with the need to send the awkward “What are your rates?” e-mail. Please read before contacting me. These are some general starting costs and requirements for you to consider when approaching me for Design services. If you don’t see something that applies to your needs, send me an email (studio@mattthompson.design) with a detailed description of what you’re looking for and I would be happy to talk with you about it. This is not a “one size fits all” blanket sheet, as I firmly believe that One size fits One. This sheet is to simply display averages and give a sense of what to expect coming into a design project. I fully understand every individual person has different financial abilities and constraints as well as needs, which I am more than happy to consider. However, these are the numbers that these types of projects typically average out to at the base level, with consideration for my time, and experience. Total cost may adjust as needed. I am always happy to chat and work with you on pricing further, to meet your needs. If you’re in a band looking for Design for your band, there’s a special section for you. Scroll to find If you have any questions, let’s talk! Lastly, when you contact me, please send a detailed description of your company, desired project type or combination, and working/general timeline. My schedule fluctuates regularly, and I want to ensure every detail of what you need is accounted for. Email me at studio@mattthompson.design Brand Identity Starts at $6,000, 50% deposit(A total estimate of cost will be delivered after our initial discussion) Includes:- Consultation meeting, video, phone or in person- Logo Design- Color palette- Associated type choices- Base brand illustration (up to 3)- Brand Guide- Social media styling- Pattern creation- Up to 3 rounds of presentations- Logo output (eps, png) sized accordingly Additional brand extension services available for add on, with cost variation Logo Design Starts at $2,500, 50% deposit Consultation meeting, video, phone or in person(A total estimate of cost will be delivered after our initial discussion) Includes:- Logo Design- Color palette- 5 page logo guide- Up to 3 rounds of presentations- Logo output (eps, png) sized accordinglyAdditional brand extension services available for add on, with cost variation Retail PackagingPlease read in full Starts at $3,250. 50% deposit for any project that totals under $12,000. A payment plan will be assembled for anything above $12,000 unless otherwise requested. (A total estimate of cost will be delivered after our initial discussion) All products being designed for, MUST be in their final form and be ready for long-term packaging solutions. Samples of each individual product that will be designed for must be delivered to MTDC to begin package design process. **Generic packaged goods (for example: most food, beer cans, pre-existing commonplace items, etc.) do not need to be delivered unless you just wanna share how good your flavors are (please do!). However, a final package size and requested material must be in place. Once design starts sizes will not change without a fee for adjustment. (New sizes and styles present new problems and will require more time to sort.) ***If you are packaging for bottles, the final bottle options or selection must be delivered prior to visual design. ***If your company/product has branding established, you must share any and all VECTOR and usable brand assets including logos, fonts, illustrations and any imagery I will need, along with your brand guide to follow when applying visual styles. All product UPC’s, legal information, verbiage and action items must be finalized prior to design beginning. ***If you require branding to be developed for your company and product, please refer to the brand packages also shown. (Combination project cost may be considered.) ***If you have a packaging manufacturer or co-packing service provider sourced; I must be put in contact with them so that communication can be fluid and direct when considering production and abilities. If they have pre-existing Mechanical Dielines or production files or examples, please have them delivered or provide them as soon as possible. ***Prior to design beginning, a production file-type for delivery bust be finalized. Any major changes will incur a project adjustment fee. ***The incorrect ingredients, spellings, weights, legal information, manufacturing location, UPC’s, callouts, FDA/etc. administrative approvals ARE NOT my responsibility what-so-ever. If you do not get these factors taken care of BEFORE starting the design process, you will be responsible for paying for each and every required edit needed based on these changes. It bares the need to be reiterated as it is the most common hiccup I have dealt with in my career.&nbsp; Includes: - Consultation meeting, video, phone or in person **If not previously sourced** Co-Packing or manufacturer sourcing - Material research and sourcing - Ink to material sourcing - Specialty production samples, based on ability of manufacturer - Extended experience concepts (For example: pop-up panels, windows, hang tags, printed caps, etc.) - Retail and on-shelf research and development - Mechanical/production Dieline and template design for each variation or size of package and product. (Repeating sizes do not need template replicants.) - Visual design and layout, with consideration for and specialty cuts, materials, or experience-forward elements - Legal implementation, includes consideration for specific government regulation, sizing, weight, capacity, count, etc. as well as UPC placement and any other legally, or retail-based required item. - Some customized packaging projects may require physically constructed mockups of the packaging, such as templates cut to size, folded, and adhered to look like the desired package shape &amp; size with specialty pieces accounted for, or noted. Alternatively, bottle labeling will be mocked up on the provided bottle physically and photographed for presentation, while also showing a flat version of the designed layout. ***For Beer specifically, digital mockups will be provided for as many angles of the can or bottle that are needed to see the full product, while also showing a flat version of the layout. (If your can or bottle is not one of the commonplace sizes, a physical version must be delivered for consideration.) - Presentation rounds will include 1-2 variants for consideration. - Upon approval, a production checklist will be run to ensure fluid delivery and file instructions are in place. This includes all production ink colors, specialty instructions and output, detailed mock up or photos as well as any other notes will be packaged with the required production files, per product to be delivered to the manufacturer. **If necessary a press check may be necessary to do, to ensure the production is correct. (This may include setting up and planning and traveling to the production house location, hotel, transportation, and a meal stipend for this trip.) Any further requirements must be discussed up front or as soon as possible for consideration. Illustration: Starts at $500 (A total estimate of cost will be delivered after our initial discussion) For editorial: Usage licensing agreements will be set in place prior to beginning. Includes: - Consultation discussion, video, phone or in person - Creative briefing and style alignment - Sketches with variants - Stylized rendered illustration based on chosen sketch and direction - Brand placement (if applicable) - Finish out and file export with optimal usage and flexibility for applications Can I hire you for full-time work? Let’s definitely talk, but probably not. Retainer services? Absolutely. $75 – $100/hr charged to the 1/4-hour (15min) Static monthly costs can be considered, however with my extended experience charging for my time benefits both parties evenly. A la carte (non-band)Sure, anything can be discussed.T-ShirtsStickers HatWhatever — hit me up. BANDS I’m in a band, will you design merch, a logo, an album cover, a sticker, etc. for us? Absolutely. Let’s talk. Here’s a list of expected costs: - Full merchandise spread: $500+ - T-Shirt: $100 – $500 - Logo: $250+ - Album cover (from scratch): $500+ - Album assembly/layout: $150+- Poster/Flyer/Admat: $150+ - Sticker: I’m gonna need about 10, maybe 20 if you ordered a whole lot.&nbsp; Something else? Sure, hit me up Will you work for trade? Whatt’ya got? Seems unlikely, but let’s chat. Have questions? Email me. https://mattthompson.design/Information Mon, 03 Oct 2022 22:31:06 +0000 Matt Thompson Design Co. https://mattthompson.design/Information <img width="1300" height="866" width_o="1300" height_o="866" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/88deb6b5bdc613717051cd3036741c4cb5ee508625e3b568dba4c1955ef99bbb/MT-pic.jpg" data-mid="154759128" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/88deb6b5bdc613717051cd3036741c4cb5ee508625e3b568dba4c1955ef99bbb/MT-pic.jpg" />Photograph by Addrian Jafaritabar, 2019. AUS/TEX/ElsewhereOperated independently out of a private residence located in Austin, Texas, *most* of the time. *Sometimes in a van touring the country with his band, Saintpeeler.&nbsp; ︎︎︎ Instagram *If I agree to a deadline or project duration, I am confident I can meet it regardless of my situation or location. Services The belief that all of the services offered can, and do work harmoniously is essential. A single style does not represent each unique project appropriately, and a primary goal is to make you feel like you, not derivative of a trend or fashion.Creating a brand, or package that utilizes more than a "trick" or trend to be successful. Confidence in creation and creativity drives the execution through various forms of application. Areas of Focus:Enjoying the work I am involved with | Brand &amp; Visual Identity Systems | Creative Direction | Strategy Consultation | Art Direction | Consumer Packaged Goods | Logo Design | Posters | Lettering &amp; Typography | Publications | Illustration | Signage &amp; Environmental Wayfinding | Softgoods | Web Consultation Please read: Cycling KitsI am no longer accepting cycling kit projects. I enjoyed creating the ones I was given the opportunity to work on, but will no longer be offering this service.&nbsp; Pricing!Respectfully, I’m not playing pricing hide and seek with you. Nor do I want to burden you with the need to send the awkward “What are your rates?” e-mail. Follow this link to view more information Matt Thompson is a Visual Designer primarily focused on Branding, Packaging, Illustration, Custom Typography, sometimes more. His main goal is to create ‘client-first’ functional, appealing and thoughtful Design with realistic Strategy by working intuitively with clients and collaborators to produce a long-lasting visual system. Understanding and vibing with clients is paramount while building a solid relationship on multiple levels with new and on-going brands and visionaries.Creative execution for discerning minds, brands and visionaries.Where have you been? Why are you here? Where are you going? Where do you want and aim to be?These are all questions that are discussed... and then some.Building lasting relationships with clients is paramount. They invest their time, confidence, money and trust. In return they get thoughtful and creative ideas and execution — as well as the attention and time getting what they need.Matt himself is a Designer, Illustrator, Art/Creative Director and musician, that loves his wonderful partner Lisa, typography, fonts, tattoos, bikes, guitars &amp; guitar gear, nature, and generally fun &amp; rad things that don't require him to sit at his desk. Matt has been working independently for the entirety of his professional career but has occasionally offered a creative helping-hand with the following studios:Arts &amp; RecreationCanales &amp; Co.Guerilla SuitHelms WorkshopThe Butler Bros. Select Clients &amp; Collaborators:Arlo's Curbside &amp; the BallroomBethesda Softworks &amp; ZenimaxCreeping DeathEntertainment WeeklyFour x Five Photo FestGarbo's Lobster ATXMumford PhotoPMA Print Co.Ramona Press The Acacia StrainVoid MFG.Wholesome BakeryWright Bros. Brew &amp; Brew There’s a whole lot more, but I’ll keep it brief.