Hi, I’m Matthew Warren—a creative director, photographer, and designer blending photography and design to tell compelling stories and build cohesive brand identities. I bring 10+ years of experience producing high-impact visual content for brands, publications, and digital platforms. I work across studio and on-location shoots, image editing, layout, album art, press and tour photography, music video direction and editing, and merch design, delivering design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs) to keep projects moving from concept to production.…

Matthew Warren

Hi, I’m Matthew Warren—a creative director, photographer, and designer blending photography and design to tell compelling stories and build cohesive brand identities. I bring 10+ years of experience producing high-impact visual content for brands, publications, and digital platforms. I work across studio and on-location shoots, image editing, layout, album art, press and tour photography, music video direction and editing, and merch design, delivering design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs) to keep projects moving from concept to production.…

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Hi, I’m Matthew Warren—a creative director, photographer, and designer blending photography and design to tell compelling stories and build cohesive brand identities. I bring 10+ years of experience producing high-impact visual content for brands, publications, and digital platforms.

I work across studio and on-location shoots, image editing, layout, album art, press and tour photography, music video direction and editing, and merch design, delivering design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs) to keep projects moving from concept to production.

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Creative Director / Photo / Design at Citizens Music
May 1, 2020 - Present
Creative Director / Photographer / Designer producing high-impact visual content; responsible for album cover design, press & tour photography, merch design, music video direction & editing, and design-to-production documentation (tech packs). Proficient in studio and on-location shoots, image editing, and layout design.
Creative Director / Photo / Design at NHIM Apparel
March 1, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Designing apparel, photography, videography, web design, social media management, curation and planning collections; directing the brand’s visual representation; quality assurance; styling and dressing models; design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs).
Creative Director / Photo / Design at Kings Kaleidoscope
May 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025
Album cover design, press & tour photography, graphic design, music video direction & editing, merch design, merch look books. Tasked with creating overall visual concepts for records, singles, and EPs; software awareness includes Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom; Final Cut Pro; tech pack preparation.
Photo / Design at Reach Records
June 1, 2017 - Present
Album covers, press photography, merch design, merch look books. Photographed album covers for artists such as Andy Mineo, WHATUPRG, Trip Lee, and Tedashii across multiple projects.
Creative Director / Photo / Design at Trust God Bro
May 1, 2025 - Present
Designing apparel, photography, videography, web design, social media management, curation and planning collections; quality assurance; styling and dressing models; design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs).
Tour Photographer / Videographer at John Mark McMillan
May 1, 2025 - Present
Capture high-quality photos of live performances, behind-the-scenes moments, and crowd interactions; document daily tour life including travel and artist interactions; maintain consistent visual style; edit and retouch for quick turnaround and same-day social/press content; collaborate with artists, management, and crew.
Merch Design / Photography at Lecrae
October 1, 2024 - October 24, 2025
Develop original concepts and designs for apparel, accessories, and promotional products; translate vision into production-ready artwork; research trends in fashion and pop culture; photography and look books for each collection; design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs).
Creative Director / Photographer / Designer at Citizens Music
May 1, 2020 - Present
Creative Director / Photo / Design delivering cohesive visual concepts across album campaigns and brand storytelling. Led album cover design, press & tour photography, graphic design, music video direction and editing, merch design, merch look books, and design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs).
Photo / Design at Reach Records
June 1, 2017 - Present
Produced album covers and press photography; merch design and look books. Photographed album covers for artists including Andy Mineo ('Neverland 2'), WHATUPRG ('New Hollywood'), Trip Lee ('The Epilogue.' and 'The End'), and Tedashii ('Dead or Alive' Pt. 1 & 2).
Creative Director / Photo / Design at Kings Kaleidoscope
May 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025
Album cover design; press & tour photography; graphic design; music video direction & editing; merch design / merch look books. Tasked with creating overall visual concepts for each record as well as singles and EPs. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom; Final Cut Pro; Creative Direction; Tech Pack Preparation.
Photo / Design at REACH RECORDS
June 1, 2017 - Present
Album covers / press photography / merch design / merch look books; photographed album covers for multiple artists including Andy Mineo, WHATUPRG, Trip Lee, and Tedashii.
Creative Director / Photo / Design at Trust God Bro
May 1, 2025 - Present
Designing apparel / photography / videography / web design / social media management / curation and planning collections throughout the year / quality assurance / styling and dressing models / directing the creativity of the brand from clothing to all visual representations. / Design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs).
Tour Photographer / Videographer at John Mark McMillan
May 1, 2025 - Present
Capture high-quality, engaging photos of live performances, behind-the-scenes moments, and crowd interactions. Document daily tour life including travel, venue setups, artist interactions, and candid moments. Ensure consistent visual style that aligns with the artist’s brand and creative direction. Edit and retouch images for quick turnaround, often delivering same-day content for social media and press. Collaborate closely with artists, management, creative teams, and crew.
Merch Design / Photography at LECRAE
October 1, 2024 - October 24, 2025
Develop original concepts and designs for apparel, accessories, and promotional products that align with the artist’s identity. Collaborate with artists, management, and creative teams to translate vision into physical products. Create production-ready artwork, ensuring designs meet technical specifications for screen printing, embroidery, or other production methods. Photography and look books for each collection. Design-to-production documentation (Tech Packs).

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