I’m a visual design leader, motion video artist and senior graphic designer based in Toronto. I design a wide variety of digital media, crystal clear presentation decks and video edits of all sorts. I help develop campaign concepts and the media to support them: corporate videos, special FX enhancements, AI motion, upgraded PPT decks, e- learning assets, photoshop & illustrator designs, event promo materials, mass print communications, short-form social media edits, company swag and specialty print items.

Matthew Stasyna

I’m a visual design leader, motion video artist and senior graphic designer based in Toronto. I design a wide variety of digital media, crystal clear presentation decks and video edits of all sorts. I help develop campaign concepts and the media to support them: corporate videos, special FX enhancements, AI motion, upgraded PPT decks, e- learning assets, photoshop & illustrator designs, event promo materials, mass print communications, short-form social media edits, company swag and specialty print items.

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I’m a visual design leader, motion video artist and senior graphic designer based in
Toronto. I design a wide variety of digital media, crystal clear presentation decks and
video edits of all sorts. I help develop campaign concepts and the media to support
them: corporate videos, special FX enhancements, AI motion, upgraded PPT decks, e-
learning assets, photoshop & illustrator designs, event promo materials, mass print
communications, short-form social media edits, company swag and specialty print items.

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Work Experience

Digital AI Compositor at Wayfair
April 1, 2026 - August 1, 2026
Produced promo ads by combining deep design experience with emerging AI software. Helped support an AI pipeline for a team building its workflows and production approach.
Design Specialist at Mass Communications, Hydro One
May 1, 2024 - Present
Creates a wide range of communications assets including executive reports, videos, PPT decks, and special event designs. Develops clear safety messaging to educate high-risk workers about workplace dangers (trusted vendor).
Freelance Motion Designer at Matt Stasyna Creative
January 1, 2024 - Present
Builds corporate videos and logo identities for a range of businesses. Consults startups on web design strategy, page layouts, and intro videos.
Creative Director at BTS Custom Digital Learning
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Led a team of art directors and international talent designing internal business simulations and e-learning content for major clients. Directed creative vision and planning of custom digital art, animations, and storyline courses; flexed to client needs. Developed an AI creative pipeline, audited and reorganized existing pipelines for efficiency, and led LXD collaboration efforts. Mentored and coached art directors, designed and led interviews for new design hires, and helped execute team-building events. Winner of BTS 2022 Digital Innovation Contest.
Sr. Media Manager at BTS Custom Digital Learning
November 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Developed self-contained off-the-shelf digital courses for executive training from conceptualization to delivery. Led a team of animators and Adobe designers, reviewed and approved storyboards across diverse digital media. Focused on troubleshooting pipeline slowdowns between LXD and Creative teams.
Creative Director + Communications Specialist at Hydro One
October 1, 2018 - November 1, 2021
Created sensitive internal communication decks and online announcements for management and union parties. Upgraded brand look and creative standards for ISD communications. Produced an executive summary for CEO-level findings, designed brand identity/logo and custom motion graphics for internal broadcast updates, and created swag/clothing for internal teams. Led visuals on safety announcements and supported consultants with copywriting. Produced print, video, and physical design assets for major utility change initiatives and collaborated with change management consultants on union relations materials.
Art Director at Toronto Regional Board of Trade
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Owned overall creative representation of the Board's visual identity across digital and print. Designed event signage, newspaper print ads, special magazines, and flyers for government and business leaders.
Sr. Motion Designer (Co-Lead) + VFX Artist at Cineplex
May 1, 2016 - April 1, 2018
Edited videos and produced marketing materials for major film and product releases across Canadian theatres. Co-led Cineplex internal motion team building pre-show, trailers, food ads, and point-of-sale videos. Utilized special FX and 3D to create eye-catching custom trailers and collaborated with designers, producers, and management.
3D + Adobe Graphics Instructor at Toronto Film School
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Taught hands-on motion graphics, video editing, Photoshop, and marketing to aspiring filmmakers and gaming students. Designed course materials and delivered lectures covering Adobe software and VFX; consulted with other departments to keep courses future-friendly and relevant.
Graphic Designer (NBA Content) at NBA Content (independent/contract work)
January 1, 2008 - Present
Created custom artwork for NBA athletes and business managers and produced poster-level and social content that featured across major networks.
Independent Graphics Designer + Motion Artist at Matt Stasyna Creative
January 1, 2008 - Present
Produced logos and custom artwork for emerging brands. Created still and video social media ads.

Education

3D Animation Diploma at Centre for Arts and Technology (daVinci College)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
BA Classics/History (Foundation Year Program) at University of King’s College (Dalhousie)
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

Can fitPro Personal Trainer Certification
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2026
AMPED KettleBell Instructor
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Gaming, Retail, Financial Services, Healthcare