Matt Clare

Matt completed his graphic design degree at Swinburne University in 1992. After working for three years in the advertising industry he used his talent as creative director, graphic designer and illustrator to form Mono Design in 1996. He has a down-to-earth, approachable manner that makes it easy to ask for what you want, combined with a genuine passion (and exacting standards) for all of the work he produces.

Some clients Matt has worked with over the last 20 years include: RMIT University, BRW Magazine, Allen & Unwin, CFA (Country Fire Authority), Parliament of Victoria, City of Moreland, City of Darebin, City of Knox, City of Glen Eira, City of Whittlesea, McREL International, Bank MECU as well as many more.

Matt has worked as a lecturer at NMIT (now Melbourne Polytechnic) Bachelor of Illustration (2009-14), and as a lecturer in the Shillington College Masterclass (2009-14). He is a member of the Australian Graphic Design Association (AGDA) and has been a committee member with Illustrators Australia (IA) since 2007, serving as IA Victorian President from 2007-2009.

Testimonials

Matt was patient, flexible and consultative whilst providing a strong visual direction and advice. We are thrilled with the result which is a contemporary, stylish yet simple visual identity which can be applied throughout our complex organisation. – Ciar Foster, Assistant Principal, Northcote High School

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Mono Design’s flexible and responsive approach, knowledge and professional insight has been a huge asset to Your Community Health, as we develop and build our brand and resource package. It’s a real benefit to have a trusted, talented adviser on hand to help navigate complexities and overcome brand and design challenges, with practical and appropriate solutions. – Ruth Dearnley, Communications and Marketing Adviser, Your Community Health

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It’s been a pleasure working with Matt over the past five years. He’s always happy to suggest a range of creative ideas, has consistently produced good-looking and accessible designs, and has played a significant part in developing our style. – Duncan Russell, Publications Editor, Communications and Government Relations, CFA

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Matt did all the design work for a seven manual series intended to assist teachers and principals. This work has been highly successful and Matt’s innovative and clever design work has been a significant factor in that success … Matt has been a pleasure to work with – approachable, thoughtful and engaging. – Wayne Craig, Director, CV Consulting

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I just love Matt's way of seeing and illustrating… his art. His hand shaped our logo, aligning perfectly with our interior design identity.  20 years later I love the way the original TH stamp for a solo practice has come along for the ride and expanded with us to become – THID.  It's cool. And it still gives me a buzz to see THID sketch pads around the boardroom table at meetings. – Tonya Hinde, Founding Designer, THID

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Matt has an excellent end to end approach so the new branding was designed to be used across different communication channels… I found Matt incredibly easy to work with. He is always thoughtful, considerate of feedback and quickly responsive to questions and changes. – Julia Kelly, Westgarth Primary School Whopping Great Fete Coordinator 

 

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