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Hi, I’m Matt, a filmmaker passionate about capturing real moments and turning them into stories you can feel. Weddings move fast. The laughs, the tears, the quiet glances, and the people you love all in one place. My goal is to preserve those moments in a way that feels natural, cinematic, and true to you. I approach every wedding like a documentary, blending into the background so you can stay present while I capture the authentic emotion of the day. No stiff posing or forced moments. Just genuine storytelling that reflects who you are and the connection you share. With years of experience behind the camera, my focus is simple. Create a timeless film you will want to watch on your anniversary, share with family, and pass down for generations. Your wedding is more than an event. It is your story, and I would be honored to tell it.…Hi, I’m Matt, a filmmaker passionate about capturing real moments and turning them into stories you can feel. Weddings move fast. The laughs, the tears, the quiet glances, and the people you love all in one place. My goal is to preserve those moments in a way that feels natural, cinematic, and true to you. I approach every wedding like a documentary, blending into the background so you can stay present while I capture the authentic emotion of the day. No stiff posing or forced moments. Just genuine storytelling that reflects who you are and the connection you share. With years of experience behind the camera, my focus is simple. Create a timeless film you will want to watch on your anniversary, share with family, and pass down for generations. Your wedding is more than an event. It is your story, and I would be honored to tell it.

Matthew Taylor

Video Editor, Photographer, Writer, +5

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Hi, I’m Matt, a filmmaker passionate about capturing real moments and turning them into stories you can feel. Weddings move fast. The laughs, the tears, the quiet glances, and the people you love all in one place. My goal is to preserve those moments in a way that feels natural, cinematic, and true to you. I approach every wedding like a documentary, blending into the background so you can stay present while I capture the authentic emotion of the day. No stiff posing or forced moments. Just genuine storytelling that reflects who you are and the connection you share. With years of experience behind the camera, my focus is simple. Create a timeless film you will want to watch on your anniversary, share with family, and pass down for generations. Your wedding is more than an event. It is your story, and I would be honored to tell it.…Hi, I’m Matt, a filmmaker passionate about capturing real moments and turning them into stories you can feel. Weddings move fast. The laughs, the tears, the quiet glances, and the people you love all in one place. My goal is to preserve those moments in a way that feels natural, cinematic, and true to you. I approach every wedding like a documentary, blending into the background so you can stay present while I capture the authentic emotion of the day. No stiff posing or forced moments. Just genuine storytelling that reflects who you are and the connection you share. With years of experience behind the camera, my focus is simple. Create a timeless film you will want to watch on your anniversary, share with family, and pass down for generations. Your wedding is more than an event. It is your story, and I would be honored to tell it.

Available to hire

Grand Rapids, United States

Hi, I’m Matt, a filmmaker passionate about capturing real moments and turning them into stories you can feel.

Weddings move fast. The laughs, the tears, the quiet glances, and the people you love all in one place. My goal is to preserve those moments in a way that feels natural, cinematic, and true to you.

I approach every wedding like a documentary, blending into the background so you can stay present while I capture the authentic emotion of the day. No stiff posing or forced moments. Just genuine storytelling that reflects who you are and the connection you share.

With years of experience behind the camera, my focus is simple. Create a timeless film you will want to watch on your anniversary, share with family, and pass down for generations.

Your wedding is more than an event. It is your story, and I would be honored to tell it.

Skills

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Expert

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

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Branding

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Owner, Video Producer, Photographer at Matthew Taylor Media

January 1, 2020 - Present

Lead all stages of video production, shaping creative direction, scripting, filming, editing, and final delivery using DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, and After Effects. Create socially focused content that improves engagement and strengthens client brand visibility across platforms. Integrate AI tools into editing and post-production to increase speed, precision, and overall workflow quality. Collaborate with clients across various industries to develop branded content, testimonials, commercials, and promotional pieces. Provide aerial cinematography as an FAA Part 107 drone pilot with 7+ years of experience, delivering cinematic footage for 100+ real estate and commercial projects. Oversee social media management, contributing to measurable audience growth and improved content performance.

Video Producer, Photographer, Social Media Manager at Community Recovery International

April 1, 2024 - Present

Plan and post consistent weekly content across platforms to support outreach efforts, events, and community engagement. Film, photograph, and edit content tailored for social media, helping increase visibility and audience interaction. Build monthly content calendars that align creative messaging with organizational goals. Capture and produce impactful stories highlighting community impact and personal transformation. Track analytics and adjust strategies based on performance data to improve reach and engagement.

Writer, Video Producer at WXMI FOX 17

August 1, 2016 - March 1, 2020

Produced an Emmy Award–winning promotional spot using motion graphics, VFX, and strong storytelling techniques. Edited 100+ news stories into short-form videos designed for social media engagement. Supported commercial production efforts that contributed to a record year in advertising revenue. Served as the Creative Department’s first studio photographer and drone pilot, improving overall production quality.

Motion Graphics Designer at Freshwater Digital

November 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

Designed 3D animations and motion graphics for digital signage showcased at CES Las Vegas. Created visual assets for interactive touch-screen wayfinding systems. Produced motion graphics for rebranding campaigns and showroom displays.

Writer, Video Producer at WXYZ FOX 17

August 1, 2016 - March 1, 2020

Produced an Emmy Award-winning promotional spot using motion graphics, VFX, and strong storytelling techniques. Edited 100+ news stories into short-form videos designed for social media engagement. Supported commercial production efforts that contributed to a record year in advertising revenue. Served as Creative Department’s first studio photographer and drone pilot, improving overall production quality.