Mateo J. Villalba-Rodriguez

Mateo is a graphic designer (and photographer) based in Brooklyn, New York, working in branding, print and publication design, with a particular interest in arts and culture.

At NYU Gallatin, he studied how design can move past assumptions and adapt to different people and environments. He cares about making work that feels thoughtful and connects with those who experience it.

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Mateo is a graphic designer (and photographer) based in Brooklyn, New York, working in branding, print and publication design, with a particular interest in arts and culture.

At NYU Gallatin, he studied how design can move past assumptions and adapt to different people and environments. He cares about making work that feels thoughtful and connects with those who experience it.

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CMEP Prints & Signs

  • Print
  • Signage
  • Illustration

A series of playful print materials for the CMEP at NYU, communicating office resources and programs.

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MLK Week

  • Brand
  • Print
  • Merchandising

A fresh visual identity for NYU’s 19th Annual MLK celebration, inspired by the theme Powered by Love.

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Twelve Twelve

  • Brand

A visual identity for a brand that sustainably supplies Cannabis sativa seeds.

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Biking NYC

  • Data Visualization

A set of data visualizations exploring how safe it is to bike in New York City.

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Future Fashion Group

  • Brand
  • Print
  • Social

A playful and organic visual identity for an NYU club focused on sustainability in the fashion industry.

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MisMatch

  • Type Design

A typeface inspired by an accidental calligraphic stroke, combining traditional script with a modern twist.

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Al Sadeem

  • Wayfinding

A signage system designed for an observatory located in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

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CMEP Name Tag

  • Print

A series of interactive name tags designed to spark meaningful conversations.

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CMEP Calendar

  • Poster
  • Layout

A double-sided calendar and poster for NYU’s CMEP, featuring a June Jordan quote.

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PGIL

  • Brand
  • Merchandising

A visual identity for an educational video series by NYU’s LGBTQ+ Center.

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Vinyl Playing Cards

  • Print

A modern deck of playing cards designed for card flourishes.

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On Writing Well

  • Book Cover

A redesign of William Zinsser’s classic guidebook on nonfiction writing.

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Zachary Parker

  • Brand
  • Print

A visual identity created for Zachary Parker’s D.C. Council campaign.

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