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Hi, I'm CJ Mattia, an interdisciplinary media artist and exhibition technologist focused on translating artistic vision into immersive, technically sophisticated experiences. I lead AV installations for major museums, collaborating directly with artists and curators to design narrative environments that bridge storytelling, space, and technology. My background spans museum exhibitions, experimental film, mural creation, education, and creative production, with a hands-on fabrication skillset and a strong foundation in concept development.…Hi, I'm CJ Mattia, an interdisciplinary media artist and exhibition technologist focused on translating artistic vision into immersive, technically sophisticated experiences. I lead AV installations for major museums, collaborating directly with artists and curators to design narrative environments that bridge storytelling, space, and technology. My background spans museum exhibitions, experimental film, mural creation, education, and creative production, with a hands-on fabrication skillset and a strong foundation in concept development.

CJ Mattia

Creative Producer, Video Editor, Photographer, +2

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Hi, I'm CJ Mattia, an interdisciplinary media artist and exhibition technologist focused on translating artistic vision into immersive, technically sophisticated experiences. I lead AV installations for major museums, collaborating directly with artists and curators to design narrative environments that bridge storytelling, space, and technology. My background spans museum exhibitions, experimental film, mural creation, education, and creative production, with a hands-on fabrication skillset and a strong foundation in concept development.…Hi, I'm CJ Mattia, an interdisciplinary media artist and exhibition technologist focused on translating artistic vision into immersive, technically sophisticated experiences. I lead AV installations for major museums, collaborating directly with artists and curators to design narrative environments that bridge storytelling, space, and technology. My background spans museum exhibitions, experimental film, mural creation, education, and creative production, with a hands-on fabrication skillset and a strong foundation in concept development.

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Hi, I’m CJ Mattia, an interdisciplinary media artist and exhibition technologist focused on translating artistic vision into immersive, technically sophisticated experiences. I lead AV installations for major museums, collaborating directly with artists and curators to design narrative environments that bridge storytelling, space, and technology.

My background spans museum exhibitions, experimental film, mural creation, education, and creative production, with a hands-on fabrication skillset and a strong foundation in concept development.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

AV Technician / Exhibition Installation Lead at Hammer Museum

April 1, 2024 - Present

Lead AV installation teams for major exhibitions, coordinating workflows between artists, curators, and technical staff; translate artistic concepts into functional AV systems, designing layouts and signal flow; oversee installation and deinstallation of projection, sound, and media systems; program and deploy media systems (BrightSign, 7thSense) and troubleshoot complex exhibition environments; conduct ongoing maintenance, calibration, and technical walkthroughs for public-facing installations.

AV Technician / Exhibition Installation Lead at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and Sciences

January 1, 2024 - Present

Oversee AV installation work and integration for evolving exhibitions; collaborate with curators and artists to translate concept into immersive media environments; manage projection, sound, and media systems, ensuring alignment with curatorial intent; support ongoing maintenance and calibration.

Studio Assistant / Teaching Artist at Print Shop LA

May 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025

Support production, fabrication, and installation of artworks for exhibiting artists; collaborate on studio processes including printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media production; design and lead public workshops for exhibitions and brands (Pomona College, Kia, etc.)

Studio Assistant / Teaching Artist at Tetrapod Gallery

January 1, 2026 - Present

Studio assistant and teaching artist; provide studio support and lead public workshops for exhibitions and brands

Senior Videographer & Technology Specialist at Legal Tech Chicago

February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023

Led video and graphics production for trial presentations, shaping narrative through visual media; managed full courtroom AV environments including live switching and projection systems; promoted to lead role overseeing video strategy and execution across cases, spearheaded video department

1st AC, Camera Operator, Photographer, Art Department at Freelance Film Work

May 1, 2020 - April 30, 2023

Selected film work: 1st AC, Essentials (July 2021); 1st AC, Road Head (Sept 2021); props & BTS photographer; art department work on multiple Chicago projects (2020–2023)

Junior Editor at Edelman

August 1, 2014 - December 1, 2015

Responsible for shooting, editing, motion graphics, experiential design, stop motion animation and sound design for clients including Samsung, Lamda, Claritin, Nestle and Dos Equis; worked with production and experiential teams to bring campaigns to life

Digital Intern at Chicago Digital

January 1, 2013 - August 1, 2014

3-month internship extended to 6 months, then converted to contract position

Exhibition Intern at High Museum

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009

Exhibition intern assisting installation and education programs during 2008–2009

Intern at Julius Caesar Gallery

January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011

Gallery internship supporting exhibition setup and documentation in 2011