Matt David

Art Director with 20+ years of experience driving brand strategy and visual identity for technology and entertainment companies.

Started in Palo Alto working with Electronic Arts, then co-founded Navigate9, growing the agency over 15 years with clients including EA, Subaru, Salesforce, and Disney+. Transitioned back to agency work to expand expertise across emerging platforms and industries.

Recent focus includes iOS design and Apple Human Interface Guidelines, collaborating directly with Apple's Design Team on educational materials. Additional experience spans children's book illustration (Simon & Schuster), storyboard development, documentary visual design, brand identity, user acquisition strategy, and design education at the Academy of Art.

Cross-industry portfolio—cloud automation, automotive, banking, entertainment, and telecommunications—has built strong capabilities in strategic questioning, stakeholder management, and translating complex business needs into clear visual solutions. Skilled at leading creative teams to deliver on-brand, on-budget work that differentiates clients in competitive markets.

Focused on collaborative problem-solving, mentorship, and maintaining high creative standards while meeting business objectives.