Design Director

Design Director

  • Richard Pearson ―

  • Richard Pearson ―

I'm fascinated by how design shapes the way people experience and engage with what’s around them. I’m a British designer with a background in Digital Media Design (BA) and over eleven years of experience working in London and Auckland. I’ve collaborated across award-winning agencies and multidisciplinary teams, crafting work that’s thoughtful, functional, creatively driven, and tells a compelling story.

I'm fascinated by how design shapes the way people experience and engage with what’s around them. I’m a British designer with a background in Digital Media Design (BA) and over eleven years of experience working in London and Auckland. I’ve collaborated across award-winning agencies and multidisciplinary teams, crafting work that’s thoughtful, functional, creatively driven, and tells a compelling story.

I'm fascinated by how design shapes the way people experience and engage with what’s around them. I’m a British designer with a background in Digital Media Design (BA) and over eleven years of experience working in London and Auckland. I’ve collaborated across award-winning agencies and multidisciplinary teams, crafting work that’s thoughtful, functional, creatively driven, and tells a compelling story.

I'm fascinated by how design shapes the way people experience and engage with what’s around them. I’m a British designer with a background in Digital Media Design (BA) and over eleven years of experience working in London and Auckland. I’ve collaborated across award-winning agencies and multidisciplinary teams, crafting work that’s thoughtful, functional, creatively driven, and tells a compelling story.

I work independently as a design director, collaborating with clients and teams, always open to exciting briefs, smart ideas, and unexpected challenges. Got a fresh idea or an exciting project? Let’s connect.

Services.

Services.

Process.

Content

Content

Design

Design

Digital

Digital

Strategy

Strategy

Discovery - Thoughtful exploration.

Discovery - Thoughtful exploration.

Define - Defined by insights.

Define - Defined by insights.

Design - Conceptually exciting.

Design - Conceptually exciting.

Deliver - Delivered by design.

Deliver - Delivered by design.

Process.

Process.

Process.

I’ve been lucky to spend my time working with some really sharp people. I value clients who lead with trust and aren't afraid to get stuck into the process with me. For me, the best work is always the result of those kinds of honest, collaborative relationships.

I’ve been lucky to spend my time working with some really sharp people. I value clients who lead with trust and aren't afraid to get stuck into the process with me. For me, the best work is always the result of those kinds of honest, collaborative relationships.

I’ve been lucky to spend my time working with some really sharp people. I value clients who lead with trust and aren't afraid to get stuck into the process with me. For me, the best work is always the result of those kinds of honest, collaborative relationships.

I worked with Richard on a high value Queenstown commercial development, where he designed a professional, well-executed IM that really elevated the marketing campaign. His clean layout, attention to detail, and ability to communicate key information visually made a real difference. The campaign generated strong interest, and the property is now under contract. Richard’s work definitely contributed to that momentum. I’d gladly recommend Richard for any high-quality commercial or property-related design work.

Buzz Scown
Negotiator, CBRE

Having worked with many designers, Richard stands out. When we rebranded from start-up to scale-up, he nailed our logo, website, and brand identity. His creative flair, speed, and impressive response times, especially during his house move, made the process a pleasure. We look forward to continuing the relationship.

Dominic Kos
Co-Founder & Director, CleverFox UK

Richard has been working with us for the last 10 years. His work is outstanding. As well as logo and collateral design he has become the guardian of our visual brand. He knows and understands the business; this gives him a unique vision across everything we do. From our part, it makes communicating each brief a simple, seamless and easy process

Rob Cull
Partner, Equipe Classic Racing UK

Rich is a rare creative talent who bridges the gap between high-level strategic thinking and meticulous hands-on design. He has the unique ability to conceptualize a big-picture campaign and then roll up his sleeves to execute the fine details across social assets, billboards, and print media.

No matter the scale of the project, his attention to detail ensures every deliverable is on point and consistently earns high praise from our stakeholders. While I’d selfishly prefer to keep him as our best-kept secret, Rich is a true hidden gem who would be an invaluable asset to any creative team. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Andy Havill
Head of Marketing, Kernel Wealth

A select handful of clients I've worked with over the years, through agency roles and freelance projects.

A select handful of clients I've worked with over the years, through agency roles and freelance projects.

A select handful of clients I've worked with over the years, through agency roles and freelance projects.

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