Matthew Morse

Matthew Morse – Designer

Award-winning book designer with more than 15 years of experience with a strong focus on entrepreneurship, business, and finance.

Overview

With over 15 years of experience as a Senior Designer and Art Director, I specialize in bringing business, finance, and entrepreneurship titles to life. My work is defined by a blend of strategic innovation and award-winning visual execution, backed by multiple accolades for design excellence.

I pride myself on a collaborative and efficient workflow. By building a direct, intuitive connection with authors, I translate unique, complex stories into market-leading visual identities that stand out on any shelf.

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Finance & Accounting Health & Wellbeing Inspirational New Age Religion & Spirituality Self-Help & Self-Improvement True Crime
Languages
English
Awards
  • Spark Award
  • Addy Award
  • NY Book Show - 1st Place

Work experience

Forbes Books

Jan, 2016 — Present
I began as a freelance designer for Advantage/ForbesBooks in 2016, and am now working with them full-time as a Senior Book designer. I hold multiple awards for book cover design through the Advantage and Forbes imprints, and I have worked with top thought leaders and CEOs from a broad range of industries including biotech, manufacturing, finance, engineering, automotive, healthcare, and retail.

Self-employed

Jan, 2009 — Present
Since early 2009, I have operated as a dedicated freelance designer, partnering with authors and publishers to create high-impact book covers.

Matthew has 3 reviews

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Corri S.

Corri S.

Apr, 2026

Matthew was an amazing design professional to work with. I had some specific requirements already envisioned, and he took those and worked with me through the iterations until we landed at exactly what I was looking for. Would absolutely recommend.
Edo K.

Edo K.

Apr, 2026

Great communication and professionalism. Would definitely reccomend.
Jon B.

Jon B.

Mar, 2026

Incredible artist with a fantastic work ethic and attitude. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for amazing work from a guy that is a joy to work with!

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