About me

Hello! I am Mateen (he/him).

I am based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and hold an MA in Media Studies from the University of Groningen, specializing in digital literacy, digital platforms, and creative and cultural industries.

I am a creative and learning specialist with over 10 years of experience in book publishing, graphic design and instructional design. I specialize in crafting vibrant, modern, and user-friendly designs across various creative fields, including marketing design, illustration, publishing, instructional design, motion graphics, and branding. My work focuses on delivering visually engaging and informative content that captivates and communicates effectively.

I have worked with various people across the globe, including publishers, educational institutions, and cultural heritage organizations in developing books, training courses, marketing design, graphics and multimedia content in multiple languages.

I am passionate about my work and truly love what I do. I strive to create innovative, visually captivating designs that align perfectly with my clients’ needs.

Ready to elevate your brand and connect with the right audience? Then get in touch and see how we can work together.

Capabilities

I work in the domains of graphic design and instructional design, where I often blend artistic vision with strategic thinking. I possess strong visual storytelling skills, which enable me to transform ideas into compelling designs across various formats—print, digital, and motion. My expertise includes book publishing, instructional design, branding, layout design, typography, color theory, and user experience. I also have professional-level proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate 360, Canvas LMS, Canva, and Microsoft 365 applications. Beyond technical skills, I excel in problem-solving, collaboration, and adapting to different styles and client needs.

I work across industries, including publishing, beauty and healthcare, education, intellectual property, cultural heritage, spirituality, media and more.

Creative and content management tools: Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Shopify, WordPress and ISSUU.
Motion and graphic tools: Adobe Creative Suite, Vyond and Camtasia.
Learning management tools: Articulate 360, EdX, Canvas LMS and H5P.
Productivity tools: MS Office 365 applications, Google Suite, Madmini, Trello, and Jira.