video - photo - design
art as a career
Media is one of the few disciplines that is a science as well as an art. Effective and meaningful media requires intellectual, rational rigor along with the ability to elicit emotions and beliefs. I strive to balance both the logic and lyricism of every project, a task that requires a singularly mysterious skill, yet one I continuously aim to improve.
My skills across media
Videography
Videography has always been the medium I was drawn to most. Beginning in College, I began working as a Videographer for Commercial, Advertising, and Artistic Ventures. It is where art and technicality meet. Where preparation and the ability to problem solve in real time meet. It is challenging yet rewarding.
Photography
Throughout my career I have always returned to photography. I love the digital and film medium and the excitement of staging, lighting and posing to create the perfect image. With experience across Real Estate, Headshot, Studio and Product Photography I bring a wide range of skills to the table.
editing
I have 5 years experience editing with both Adobe Creative Suite and DaVinci Resolve. Piecing together the project in the editing room brings a smile to my face every time. While the Videographer may capture the story, the editor gets final say on how it is told. I love creating the story and manipulating it perfectly down to the frame to tell the best story possible.
OTHER SKILLS
WEB DESIGN
This website was created and designed by myself. I have experience with WordPress, Canva and Adobe DreamWeaver.
Team coordination and leadership
My time in leadership roles have been incredible learning experiences. With the opportunity to plan productions with industry leading producers and coordinate full productions with multiple departments, I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work with these amazing teams and learn new skills and techniques I have been able to carry over into my work and other roles.
live event production
Videography has led me to opportunities I would never have thought I would have access to. From coordinating small teams at concerts to planning and producing social media campaigns for Motorcross events and Veteran's Groups. Beginning my experience in 2018 in Wilmington, I have found exciting opportunities in the Research Triangle in recent months and have continued to pursue these awesome opportunities.
writing
With a minor in Non-Fiction Creative Writing, there was a time where I wanted nothing more than to be a nose-to-the-ground journalist. While I ended up with a camera instead of a pen, my passion for writing has never faltered. I love Non-Fiction and Fiction writing. I am, however, not a poet, unless you would like a limerick or Shel Silverstein-esque piece.
equipment care and management
You don't work with videography and Photography equipment as long as I have and not know how to properly care for it. From proper storage and care of cables, to cleaning and maintaining cameras and audio gear.
Reviews from clients
We are a local construcition company, we hired him and the results were amazing! We actually hired him again and are looking for more!
- Yair D. ★★★★★
This Vendor delivered promptly and effectively. He was very professional and gave me no reason to not re-use in the future. Definitely consider him for your real estate pictures! ...
- Abi A. ★★★★★
I needed a small video project for something I created; I needed a lot of help with it and [Arrowhead Media] saved the day!
He was responsive, completely professional and punctual. My project was even ready ahead of schedule!
Will definitely work with [arrowhead Media] again in the future!
- Andrew T. ★★★★★
Was very nice. Helped my spouse warm up and relax while taking the photos. He made it a very memorable experience :) highly recommend
- Amber P. ★★★★★
What a home run! Absolutely awesome, he was able to attend four games and capture just what we needed to create an action packed video that was collegiate worthy for coaches to get a virtual look for recruiting. Amazing to work with and very responsive.
- Jennifer V. ★★★★★
Matthew was excellent to work with!
He was able to accommodate our shoot last minute and provide us with fantastic real estate photos, both ground and aerial shots. He did a great job editing the images and also digitally removed trash/oil stains from the property parking lot which was so helpful! In addition he helped us troubleshoot payment options...
- Emile H.★★★★★
Great Photos! Stress free, he did everything so swift and easily
- Hunter T. ★★★★★