Hi, I'm Matt Pidala, a passionate digital content creator with extensive experience in cinematography, drone piloting, and video editing. I've had the opportunity to work on exciting projects for big brands like NIKE and the NBA. I love crafting compelling visual stories and have a background working on documentaries, commercials, and promotional events. Editing and sizing for all platforms, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. I'm also a self-learner, delving deep into Unreal Engine and post-production techniques to keep advancing my skills. I thrive on challenges and enjoy working with diverse teams across different time zones to deliver high-quality content that resonates with audiences.

Matt Pidala

Hi, I'm Matt Pidala, a passionate digital content creator with extensive experience in cinematography, drone piloting, and video editing. I've had the opportunity to work on exciting projects for big brands like NIKE and the NBA. I love crafting compelling visual stories and have a background working on documentaries, commercials, and promotional events. Editing and sizing for all platforms, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. I'm also a self-learner, delving deep into Unreal Engine and post-production techniques to keep advancing my skills. I thrive on challenges and enjoy working with diverse teams across different time zones to deliver high-quality content that resonates with audiences.

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Hi, I’m Matt Pidala, a passionate digital content creator with extensive experience in cinematography, drone piloting, and video editing. I’ve had the opportunity to work on exciting projects for big brands like NIKE and the NBA. I love crafting compelling visual stories and have a background working on documentaries, commercials, and promotional events. Editing and sizing for all platforms, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram.

I’m also a self-learner, delving deep into Unreal Engine and post-production techniques to keep advancing my skills. I thrive on challenges and enjoy working with diverse teams across different time zones to deliver high-quality content that resonates with audiences.

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Work Experience

Remote Media Team Member at Craze MGMT / New York
December 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Worked remotely from the UK as part of a team editing and filming media content for US-based brands including NIKE and the NBA. Produced content for Breakaway festival featuring major artists and managed scheduling across different states and time zones.
Prison Documentary Producer, Editor, and Camera Operator at The Wall, Factual Prison Documentary
December 31, 2016 - July 1, 2025
Initiated and led a small group in producing a documentary titled 'The Wall' focusing on the UK prison system. Managed all roles including directing, editing, and camera operation. The documentary won three Royal Television Society awards and was nominated for Best Factual Documentary.
Aerial Camera Operator / Camera Assistant at Metis Creative / Ralph Lauren Red Extreme
December 31, 2017 - July 15, 2025
Served as aerial camera operator and camera assistant on the Ralph Lauren Red Extreme advert campaign.
Content Creator and Drone Operator at Play Sports Network / GCN & GMBN
December 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Part-time content creator and drone camera operator for Play Sports Network channels while attending university. Created edits for GCN and GMBN and assisted with other channels.
Camera Operator at BBC Mary Berry Christmas Special
December 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025
Aerial drone camera operator for BBC Mary Berry Christmas Special in collaboration with SkyHook Films.
Camera Operator at HighFocus Promotional Video
December 31, 2019 - July 15, 2025
Camera operator for a video featuring various artists at their 9th Anniversary event.
Gimbal and Drone Camera Operator at KTM Motorcross Team Video
December 31, 2017 - July 15, 2025
Provided gimbal and drone camera work showcasing one of KTM’s riders during the 2017 season.
Drone Operator and Camera Operator at Levi Demi Party Event
December 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025
Operated drone and cameras for a Levi hosted event featuring models and employees.
Gimbal Operator and Drone Operator at The Pig / Festival Promotional Videos
December 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025
Part of a team promoting The Pig festivals during summers through gimbal and drone operation.
Camera Operator at Marks & Spencers, Aldi and Aldi Charity Videos
December 31, 2019 - July 15, 2025
Used to shoot promotional food bank videos to help community outreach for groceries chains.

Education

Bachelor of Arts with Honours at University of the West of England (First Class Degree)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Filmmaking and Journalism

Qualifications

Best Factual Documentary, Royal Television Society Awards
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
Editing, Royal Television Society Awards
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
Sound Design, Royal Television Society Awards
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization