Who Is Matthew Pappas?
Matthew Pappas is a seasoned creative director and designer with over a decade of building brands that don’t just look good—they work. Based in South Florida, he’s led high-impact creative across everything from digital products and national campaigns to packaging, production, and brand systems.
He’s hands-on when it counts, knows how to lead a team, and isn’t tied to one medium. Web, print, social, physical—if it needs to be built, he’s built it. Today, he’s leading creative for some of the most recognizable names in the food and beverage space—including Popeyes, Tropical Smoothie Café, and Texas Roadhouse—shaping the way millions experience these brands every day.
Services
Visual Identity
Creative Direction
Design Direction
Art Direction
Design Systems
Motion Design
Videography / Post Production
Website / UI Design
Packaging
Editorial Design
Campaign Direction
Select Clients
Popeyes
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Appleebee’s
Texas Roadhouse
Carl’s Jr
Red Robin
Five Guys
Jamba Juice
Shazam
Sandcastle Development Group
Party City
Michael’s Art Store
Experience
Bounteous
Creative Director 2023-Present
I Heart Mac & Cheese
Director of Marketing 2021-2023
Reatro Ventures
Creative Director 2018-2021
Zimmerman Advertising
Lead Designer 2015-2018