Meet Matthew Cohen – a creative design leader with a focus in footwear and accessories. Working with brands Vida Shoes, Tommy Hilfiger and Hanesbrands, he is a self-identified “shoe guy” who is all about form and function, with a strong passion for product. His biggest strengths are creativity, commitment to design, as well as his seasoned business acumen. He loves to be at the beginning of a product’s journey and enjoys watching it grow from concept to reality, meeting successful milestones along the way.

Matthew began his career with Vida Shoes where he focused on a streetwear aesthetic, Going forward he joined Jimlar Group - where he worked with Tommy Hilfiger, and then collaborated on the launching of a footwear partnership with Macy’s, and private label brands Alfani, and Bar III. In his most recent role at Studio Ray, he took their outerwear line, Gerry, and he designed and built an outdoor performance footwear extension from the existing line. From the concepting and the ideation, all the way to the execution stage, that is where Matthew thrives!

Matthew is searching for a creative role in the NYC area or remote.  In his next role he would like to be in a position to add value to the market, and world through a design process. If you’re looking for a footwear or accessories design leader, then Matthew is the creative you need.