Our History
Amplifying brand vision with compelling creative since ‘96.
Receptor officially launched in November 2023 after 27 years of operation as Delin Design, carrying with it the consistency of Delin’s stellar team and track record. Founded by Matt Smith, a long-standing partner at Delin Design since 2012, Receptor now looks ahead to the next era of the firm as a fully remote design agency.
Matt Smith
Principal
Matt Smith
Principal
Started in NY. Grew up in MA. Taking up roots in RI.
Forming meaningful connections through the power of good design.
Proud father of two black cats.
An avid lover of typography, the Boston Bruins, and rock and roll.
Always on the hunt for old school video games.
Levi Perkins
Creative Director
Levi Perkins
Creative Director
Born and raised Rhode Islander with Pacific Islander (Guam) heritage.
Excellent design is satisfying. We all deserve that joy and should take the time to appreciate it.
Proud father of two inspiring children quickly on their way to becoming amazing adults.
Fatherhood, gardening, swimming and the great outdoors.
Drop a good beat and my body can’t help but move. The rhythm gets me every time.
Autumn Rose Lester
Senior Graphic Designer
Autumn Rose Lester
Senior Graphic Designer
A New York Finger Lakes Region native. Now a New Englander living in Greater Boston with her husband.
Communicating effectively through thoughtful, meaningful, human-driven design.
Passionate about staying connected to family through genealogy research and photo archiving.
A musician who loves gardening and spending time in nature.
Loves the relaxing rhythm of spinning yarn on one of her two spinning wheels—yes, really!
Steven Lee
Lead Developer
Steven Lee
Lead Developer
Designer turned developer that is constantly learning new skills, all for the goal of an active mind.
A maker through many mediums, from design and illustration to 3D printing, woodworking, and more.
Fueled by a love of travel, hiking, and experiencing new places.
An enthusiast and collector and player of board, card, and video games.
A proud pet parent of a turtle and two cats.
Jacob Janson
Developer
Jacob Janson
Developer
Once a Masshole, now a Rhody.
Art makes brain go "brrrrr".
Dog Dad. Abby will always be my baby.
Being as obtuse as possible.
Music, cooking, art of all types, thrifting, and napping.
Dylan Kelly
Designer / Animator
Dylan Kelly
Designer / Animator
Boston born and raised.
Noticing and appreciating good design everywhere I go.
Considered a decent roommate by my cat.
Combining the worlds of illustration, painting, and graphic design.
Enjoyer of all movies, good and bad.
Our guiding principles
Amplifying brands requires a dedicated understanding of the products and people that make up organizations to encourage the best possible response.
Managing brands requires thorough creative exploration, expert communication, and coordination across all channels.
Combining the right image, font, color, and headline can be a catalyst for creative success. Exploration is key to making audiences receptive to your brand story.
Envelopes were made to be pushed, and businesses expect the best when working with an agency. Finding the balance between "want" and "need" and exercising those pathways is critical.
Creatives are meant to create. Stories are meant to be told. Doing what we love and sharing the process with our clients enhances relationships and results.
Receptor is the sum of its parts. Every individual brings unique vision and skills that further serves to amplify our value and creative output.
Organizations we proudly support
