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Matt User

@mattuser8

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I build performant, design-led front-end experiences from concept to deployment.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build thoughtful, high-performing digital experiences that connect creative vision with robust front-end development, from design systems and CMS workflows through to accessible, maintainable production builds.

I've led WordPress and headless Next.js builds at Kerve for clients including McDonald's, Nike, Smirnoff, WWF and Heathrow, creating reusable component systems that reduced development time and improved CMS experiences.

Through Snook Studio, I provide white-label front-end and CMS support to agencies alongside direct client work. I pair Astro with Payload CMS to build fast, SEO-friendly, type-safe sites, and manage the full pipeline from design systems and Figma handoff to CI/CD, editorial workflows, structured data, MongoDB and Cloudflare R2.

My designer-developer background lets me turn creative concepts into polished, accessible digital products. I've built sites and brands for organisations including the Southbank Centre, Roundhouse, Melbourne Recital Centre, Purezza, FastHosts and IONOS, while leading projects, supporting clients and managing small teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Web Designer and Developer

Current

Snook Studio

Jan 2026 - Present (8 months)

Provides white-label front-end and CMS development support to agencies and direct clients, spanning design system build-out through deployment. Builds and manages the full pipeline connecting design to production, including custom CI/CD and editorial UX.