Matsumoto & Kane Design

About

We’re an independent design studio in New York City, creating thoughtful work for tomorrow’s brand leaders.

Approach

Making meaningful connections, good work & good friends are everything to us.

We think big and go even bigger with the tiniest of details — no matter how small a project might be. Our approach is never about winning awards or creating work for the sake of beautiful creative, but we always strive to achieve outstanding results with amazing people (our clients). We don’t walk around and talk as if we know it all. We’re lifelong students. We continue to learn from and with you. And our clients would let you in on the well-known secret that our service is next level.

All this starts with being completely focused on your business goals and developing strategically sound creative that is both visually captivating and most importantly, motivates the consumer to take action.

About Us

Founders

We're Matsumoto & Kane, but our friends call us Ryosuke & Amanda. Before starting our studio, we worked side-by-side for 20 years at other agencies.

Amanda watched Ryosuke connect with consumers using his aesthetic precision. Ryosuke watched Amanda connect with clients and forge long-lasting partnerships.
Naturally, we then connected over how much we respected one another’s talents. Our ability to connect with others has always come naturally, but it’s more than just a habit. It’s who we are.

Connection is at the core of everything we do. It’s why our design work resonates with diverse audiences. Why we cheer our clients on, like they’re our own family and friends. And why, even after all this time, we still love working together.

We’re pretty sure you’ll love it, too.

Amanda Kane Co-Founder / CEO

Amanda Kane has understood the significance of meaningful relationships her whole life. From the time she was a kid, she knew that the best way to work with people was to find common ground. As the “K” half of M&K, she knows that being smart and strategic about business is table stakes in any client relationship. But being committed to the relationship itself is where the real magic happens.

Amanda sharpened her skills managing marketing budgets for Fortune 500 clients including JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, and Time Warner. When Top Chef was making its mark on the hot, hot, hot food scene, she was developing the branding and marketing campaigns for the International Culinary Center in NYC. She helped to take a small ETF start-up, WisdomTree, from a new player in the industry to one of the most trusted sources for ETFs, and in the process she helped pioneer the 15-second “Ticker Spot” which is still emulated today. Her approach is rooted in straightforward principles: know your client’s business inside and out, always do the right thing, think carefully, and pay attention to the details. She believes in going above and beyond—not just doing her job, but also anticipating her client’s needs to ensure they shine. Building trust, becoming an indispensable team member, and creating authentic connections have been the cornerstones of her career.

The client relationships that Amanda has forged have been the backbone of her career. When she's not busy telling everyone what to do (nicely, of course), she's learning to play the drums or cooking Sunday dinner for her friends and family. Her office mascot is her best buddy, her dog Archie.

Ryosuke Matsumoto Co-Founder / Executive Creative Director

Ryosuke Matsumoto is a Japan native whose determination and commitment to the highest quality of design defines his professional ethos. In other words. he's a real design snob....but in a good way. As the visionary leader of M&K, he leads a team of talented and creative professionals, fostering their growth and helping them find smart, impactful solutions to complex creative problems. And when he’s not busy doing that he’s taking the full advantage of everything New York City has to offer, including fishing in Brooklyn (really).

Ryosuke’s journey started as a junior graphic designer at an award-winning boutique studio that focused on corporate brochures and annual reports. That’s where he fell in love with storytelling through design, learning how to create emotional connections that resonate deeply with audiences.

A firm believer in the power of emotional and meaningful connections to bring brands to life, Ryosuke has honed his craft across a wide range of industries, including finance, public health, education, cosmetics, publishing, healthcare, non-profit organizations, and the arts. This diverse experience allows him to approach each project with a unique perspective and a refined sensibility. He is relentless in his pursuit of perfection, pushing and digging and problem-solving until the perfect mix of design and business goals is achieved.

Throughout his journey, Ryosuke has deeply valued the relationships he has formed with influential mentors and collaborators. These relationships have inspired, guided, and empowered him to grow and achieve his fullest potential, shaping the dynamic leader and creative force he is today.

Tim Corlett Director of Digital Design & Technology

Tim has over a decade of experience blending innovative design with practical, user-centered solutions. As M&K’s Director of Digital Design and Technology, he drives creative strategy and oversees the development of digital products that are both visually compelling and highly functional. His expertise spans the entire design lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to implementation and optimization, ensuring seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies with user needs. In addition to his design leadership, Tim is responsible for identifying and integrating emerging technologies—including AI—to keep M&K at the forefront of innovation.

Tim grew up and went to college in Northeast Ohio, but he’s always had his sights set on NYC because he knew it would provide him the greatest opportunity for growth and advancement. So when he got his first job offer interning at an agency in the city, he didn’t waste any time—he was on a train and in the office in a matter of days. His upbringing and Midwest values shaped his work ethic, where he combines a tireless drive to deliver results with a genuine, friendly demeanor that builds trust and collaboration within his teams.

Throughout his career, Tim has led high-profile projects for clients across a variety of industries, including finance, education, retail, public health, and the non-profit sector. His deep understanding of both design and technology allows him to bridge the gap between creative vision and technical execution, ensuring that every project is not only aesthetically pleasing but also scalable and user-friendly.

Tim’s passion for blending creativity with technical execution doesn’t end when the workday is over. Whether he's remodeling his home, working on his project car, or finding innovative solutions to everyday challenges, he’s constantly driven by a desire to create and understand, even in his personal life.

Liz Loehle Account Executive

Liz Loehle is an accomplished account executive with over four years of experience specializing in social media marketing. She brings to M&K a wealth of expertise, including her work in shaping Apple TV's social brand persona. Through this role, Liz gained a deep understanding of delivering exceptional results for fast-paced clients with the highest standards. This experience has made her a trusted problem solver and a go-to team member.

Liz also played a key role in several high-impact projects, including Subway’s brand refresh initiatives, influencer campaigns, and television advertising. A standout moment in her career was merging her passion for music and makeup while collaborating with e.l.f. Cosmetics on creative projects. Liz knew she had made it when she worked on Pokémon GO, a moment that inspired her brothers to finally ask what advertising was.

At M&K, Liz is responsible for tackling complex challenges, building strong client relationships, and acting as a cross-functional connector to guide projects from initial concept to successful execution. She also leads M&K’s social media channels, consistently seeking innovative ways to enhance the company’s digital presence.

Liz is driven by curiosity and a commitment to continuous growth and brings a passion for building connections and deepening relationships. Outside of work, she enjoys line-dancing every Wednesday, trying out new restaurants in the city, and planning her next trip.

Capabilities

Brand Discovery

We dig. We dig really deep to find out who you are and your strengths and weaknesses. Your industry, your market, your competitors — we can keep going on and on — with no limits. We may not know your industry as intimately as you do at first, but by the end of our discovery phase, we will have a deep understanding of your sector which translates to insightful creative. This is why we do what we do. To expand our knowledge with every client and project.

Brand Strategy

We shuffle and sort out our key findings about you and your market. We consider everything from your role, personality, and demos to competitive landscapes. We then map out the most efficient way to meet your business objective. This is where we lose sleep because we know that getting this right is crucial to the success of the project. Did we mention we’re perfectionists?

Brand Identity

We make sure your brand stands out. That you are communicating your unique value proposition through a powerful and effective visual identity. We do this by working closely with our research and strategy teams so that your brand identity always aligns with your long- and short-term vision.

Careers

Work with us.

We’re always on the lookout for creative and business-savvy individuals.