Hello World!I’m Matt Dunne.

I am a graphic designer from Chicago who specializes in branding, packaging, publication, and advertising. I also work on motion graphics and take photos from time to time.

When I’m not designing, I spend my spare time playing in my band Churchkey, writing music reviews, reading comic books, and telling bad jokes.

I hope you enjoy this selection of my work! If you’d like to talk again or wish to see more samples of mine, please use the links below:

Email: Matthew.Dunne@loop.colum.eduPhone: 847.471.4774LinkedIn: linkedin.com/profile/view?id=232800555

Website: MatthewBDunne.comVimeo: vimeo.com/matthewbdunneMusic Blog: Nahhhhh.com

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OnlyCT.com Branding Manual

This branding manual was built for OnlyCt.com, a website that was aimed to keep residents and potential visitors of Connecticut up to date on current news and events going on in their area.

Manifest Urban Arts Festival Citywide Branding Campaign Creative DirectorI designed the branding, sign-age, print advertising, & merchandise for Columbia College Chicago’s huge end-of-the-year showcase which takes place annually in the heart of Chicago every summer.

Polaris Magazine Columbia College Chicago Typography EditorAdditionally served as a writer & designer for 2 articles, named the magazine, and assisted on the cover design and creation of the mission statement.

101Acidic TreeAcidic Tree is a powerful and gripping punk band. With songwriting ranging from personal stories, to political responses. Acidic Tree has toured all over the US and played countless shows in Chicago, including a gig at the Metro opening for Chicago punk pioneers, Naked Raygun. � ey aren’t as active as they used to be, due to their drummer moving to Michigan, but they are currently in the process of writing and recording a full length record that is sure to be incredible. If you are a fan of bands like Against Me! or Jawbreaker, look no further.

Newest Release: Forever BonelessSong to check out: White Houses (To Make a Killing)Bandcamp: acidictree.bandcamp.com

Bedroom SonsBedroom Sons is a musical project headed by Chris Dertz. Originally from the Quad Cities, Bedroom Sons’ music is a unique brand of folk, pop, punk, and indie rock inspired by bands like Weezer, Arcade Fire and Wilco. After countless hours of meticulous work, Dertz and company have � nally released their � rst full length album, Can’t Rely. � e album soars from stripped down acoustic songs to powerful instrumental epics, like the 16 minute track, “Wanting to Needing”. Bedroom Sons is an act that refuses to missed and the album is free to download, so what have you got to lose?

Newest Release: Can’t RelySong to check out: SpinningBandcamp: bedroomsons.bandcamp.com

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Forever Boneless, Acidic Tree. Currently unreleased.

Can’t Rely, Bedroom Sons. Self-Released.

103Island of Misfi t ToysFrom the mind of Anthony Sanders comes Island of Mis� t Toys. � e band is comprised of 8 others and is easily one of the most talented musical projects out now. On top of Sanders’ are extremely well-written, poetic and relatable lyrics, the ensemble creates a folk/indie rock combination that includes acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and even � ute. Recent releases include a split with another Chicago band, Nervous Passenger, and an acoustic EP, “Furiouser & Furiouser”. � ese both show the variety of sound the band has and should be an excellent sample for new listeners to try.

Newest Release: Split with Nervous PassengerSong to check out: � e Cockroach SongBandcamp: iomt.bandcamp.com

AtalantaBringing a truly aggressive and well-crafted sound to Chicago, Atalanta is a powerful force to be reckoned with. � eir brand of hardcore fuses elements of doom metal, power violence, and screamo, resulting in a perfectly chaotic mesh. � ey play house shows in Chicago quite often and seeing them live is highly recommended as they deliver a highly emotional experience whilst played their respective instruments impressively. � ey have only put out their � rst EP “Tainted” so far, but its exciting to think about what will come in Atalanta’s future releases. Get into them now so you won’t miss it.

Newest Release: TaintedSong to check out: I Lost the Keys on PurposeBandcamp: atalanta.bandcamp.com

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Split, Island of Mis� t Toys/Nervous Passenger. Skeletal Lightning.

Tainted, Atalanta. Self-Released.

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UNDER THE FLOORBOARDS

� e top local bands in Chicago’s rising DIY music scene

a lot of the best concerts i’ve been to were only five dollars. More than that, they’re usually in my friends’ basement or garage. To an outsider, this may seem strange, and having a concert in your own garage certainly seems like a bit of a crazy idea when considering the amount of people that could be coming to your home or thinking of how to manage the space. However, in the DIY (Do It Yourself ) music community these types of shows are commonplace. Known better as “house shows”, these events are put on primarily to help out a band on tour as well as give local bands an inviting place to start out.

Chicago is blessed to have a truly thriving underground music scene spanning multiple genres ranging from hardcore and punk to folk so its certain that there is something out there for you to enjoy. To further this welcoming notion, these shows almost always operate as safe spaces, meaning they are always all ages and free of any racism, sexism, misogny and other generally bad behavior. � is community is primarily based on accepting all types of people into their grasp and while it may not always be perfect, the people within this culture are some of the best out there to have as friends.

A de� ning quality of the DIY music scene as a whole (in Chicago and elsewhere) is the undying level of commitment. � is

community literally does operate entirely on its own, and that is no easy task. It requires a large amount of duties to be taken care of, such as running venues, booking shows, making merch, designing � yers, and playing in the bands.

Like I mentioned earlier, these shows operate as great places for new Chicago bands to start up and get their footing. So I have compiled a list of a few of my favorite local acts so people interested in joining this community have a place to start. Many of the bands listed have music online that is free to download and also have facebook pages if you want to stay updated on when/where their shows are happening.

I hope you enjoy the bands!Links to check out for more information on DIY music.

DIY Chicago Facebook Group:facebook.com/groups/242652716032Underground music reviews and interviews:Nahhhhh.com

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AuthorMatt DunnePhotographyArtists’ Bandcamp and/or Facebook

102 Mountains for CloudsWhen it comes to excellence in technical performance, Mountains for Clouds is the � rst band that comes to mind. � e band started as an instrumental project, but have since evolved into power-house math rock band with vocals by guitarist Andrew Stefano. Recently they have added Marcus Nuccio (drums) and Tim Curly (guitar) to their ranks and the result has only led to more dynamic and powerful songwriting. Live, the band is tight as on record and louder than ever; so them live if you want to get truly � oored.

Newest Release: Maybe it’s Already EverywhereSong to check out: Jamage ControlBandcamp: mountainsforclouds.bandcamp.com

KittyhawkKittyhawk features members are no strangers to the Chicago music scene. With its four members drawing from a wide variety of musical projects, the band has plentiful experience that they use into crafting a sound all their own. Kittyhawk uses a unique set-up that most notably is absent of a bass player, using a keyboard plugged into a Big Mu� fuzz pedal instead. Dual male and female vocals combined with the distortion fueled keys and guitars give a real grit to the slow nature of their songs. If you like Rainer Maria or other 90s lo-� emo, this band is for you. Kittyhawk has a lot to o� er for the future, including a 4 way split with Frameworks, Prawn, and Droughts, a split with Cherry Cola Champions and a full length LP.

Newest Release: Cherry Cola Champions SplitSong to check out: � e GreenBandcamp: kittyhawkisaband.bandcamp.com

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Maybe it’s Already Everywhere, Mountains for Clouds. Count Your Lucky Stars.

Split, Kittyhawk/Cherry Cola Champions. Flannel Gurl Records.

Penny4NASA Brochure/Mailer

A brochure for Penny4NASA, a nonprofit organization created to get more funding for space travel and exploration.

Nahhhhh.com Designer & writer Nahhhhh.com is a music blog that posts reviews and interviews focused on underground punk and hardcore. I started the blog with friends and handle all the graphics/branding. I write for the site as well.

Churchkey “The Great American Challenge” I designed the cassette artwork, layout, and packaging for the 1st release by the band Churchkey.

B2S/Back 2 School Concert Poster Series

Poster & palm-card designs for a back to school concert that was being put on by the Student Programming Board at Columbia College Chicago.

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SPB PRESENTS BACK TO SCHOOL CONCERT:

SEPT. 26TH1104 S. WABASH / DOORS: 6, SHOW: 7for more information visit: spbcolumbia.com

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SEPT. 26TH1104 S. WABASH / DOORS: 6, SHOW: 7for more information visit: spbcolumbia.com

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SPB PRESENTS BACK TO SCHOOL CONCERT:

SEPT. 26TH1104 S. WABASH / DOORS: 6, SHOW: 7for more information visit: spbcolumbia.com

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+ Jaill & The O’My’s

PYYRAMIDS + Jaill & The O’My’s

PYYRAMIDS + Jaill & The O’My’s

SPB PRESENTS BACK TO SCHOOL CONCERT:

SEPT. 26TH1104 S. WABASH / DOORS: 6, SHOW: 7for more information visit: spbcolumbia.com

MadidiChocolate Bar Packaging Packaging for a set of chocolate bars that use all-natural cocoa from a Bolivian farm. The design elements & flavors help to further illustrate the company’s roots.

University of Illinois Departmental Branding

Series of wordmarks for the new Special Research Facility at the University of Illinois campus.

Thanks for your time. I’m Matt Dunne.

Have a nice day!

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