I am a resourceful and adaptable creative with over twelve years of hands-on experience in entertainment production, acting, and technical coordination across theatre, film, and visitor experience environments. I excel at combining artistic vision with practical craftsmanship to deliver engaging public experiences, with a passion for history and visual storytelling through spatial environments. I’m committed to safe, sustainable, and collaborative practice. I thrive in dynamic settings, enjoy mentoring teams, and am always eager to learn new skills. I bring strong communication, public engagement, and innovative storytelling to every project, from Video Editing and sound effects to voice acting and narrative writing.

Matthew Tripp

I am a resourceful and adaptable creative with over twelve years of hands-on experience in entertainment production, acting, and technical coordination across theatre, film, and visitor experience environments. I excel at combining artistic vision with practical craftsmanship to deliver engaging public experiences, with a passion for history and visual storytelling through spatial environments. I’m committed to safe, sustainable, and collaborative practice. I thrive in dynamic settings, enjoy mentoring teams, and am always eager to learn new skills. I bring strong communication, public engagement, and innovative storytelling to every project, from Video Editing and sound effects to voice acting and narrative writing.

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I am a resourceful and adaptable creative with over twelve years of hands-on experience in entertainment production, acting, and technical coordination across theatre, film, and visitor experience environments. I excel at combining artistic vision with practical craftsmanship to deliver engaging public experiences, with a passion for history and visual storytelling through spatial environments. I’m committed to safe, sustainable, and collaborative practice.

I thrive in dynamic settings, enjoy mentoring teams, and am always eager to learn new skills. I bring strong communication, public engagement, and innovative storytelling to every project, from Video Editing and sound effects to voice acting and narrative writing.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

General Coordinator (Contract) at NZ Stage & Screen Combat School
July 1, 2024 - Present
On-call role centered around seasonal events, school holidays, and weekly workshops. Facilitated training in practical skills such as performance, axe-throwing, archery, and stunt fighting, ensuring safety and engagement for classes up to 30 students. Built strong client relationships to increase sales through guidance of services, activities, and stunt equipment rentals. Managed and maintained equipment, repaired targets, arrow fletching, and axes. Conducted safety briefings and hazard management in line with organisational standards. Supported venue setup at events (e.g., Armageddon Expo), managed spatial arrangements and equipment logistics, and assisted with ticket sales at the venue front desk.
Packer (Seasonal Worker) at Southern Seafood
January 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022
Worked within a fast-paced production team to manage packaging and cold storage logistics, maintained the freezer conveyor belt, moved stock into cold storage, and distributed PPE to colleagues. Demonstrated flexibility by rotating through various operational roles as needed.
Warehouse Assistant (Part-Time) at Think Toys
February 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Supported inventory processes and coordinated with team members to meet delivery deadlines. Organized stock, including handling expensive items, and prepared and packed shipments with careful documentation.

Education

Bachelor Writing and Directing for Film and Theatre at Unitec, Auckland
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
Certificate of Attendance Stunt Combat for Stage and Screen at NZSSCS, Auckland
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2023
Certificate of Performing Arts at Hagley Theatre Company, Christchurch, NZ
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2020

Qualifications

Site Safe Foundation Passport - Building Construction Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
St John’s Comprehensive First Aid Certificate
October 16, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Site Safe Foundation Passport - Building Construction Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
First Aid Certification (General)
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other