ABOUT

Matt is an accomplished filmmaker whose passion for storytelling was recognised early. In 1993, his American Literature teacher identified him as an outstanding writer in the Junior class. This acknowledgment fuelled his ambition to explore storytelling through film, and at just 17, he wrote and directed his first feature film, collaborating with fellow students from Tamalpais High School in Marin County, California.

From 1997 to 2000, Matt studied Professional Screenwriting for Film & Television at RMIT in Melbourne, Australia, refining his craft and deepening his understanding of cinematic storytelling. In 2004, he co-founded a production company with his brother, Trevor, a highly regarded film editor. Since then, Matt has built a career spanning television commercials, branded content, music videos, short films, and feature filmmaking, establishing himself as a dynamic writer, director, and producer.

His short film FLAT DADDY (2015), funded by Screen NSW and starring Kat Stewart, premiered at the Academy Award-accredited St Kilda Film Festival, earning nominations for Best Director and Best Original Score. It later screened at Palm Springs International ShortFest, Adelaide Film Festival, and Flickerfest, and was nominated for Best Short Fiction Film at the 5th AACTA Awards.

In 2019, his next short film, TREETMENT, was selected as a Tropfest 27 finalist, further solidifying his reputation as a filmmaker with a keen eye for character and cinematic storytelling.

Currently, Matt is developing several feature film and television projects, including PINBALL, a gritty Australian crime thriller. His work is defined by a commitment to crafting visually striking, emotionally resonant narratives.