I'm Matt Steeves, a director and cinematographer with over a decade of experience bringing character-driven stories to life in some of the world’s most remote locations. I thrive in unpredictable environments and love the challenge of turning tough shoots into authentic, visually compelling moments. Whether working solo or as part of a tight-knit crew, my goal is to capture moments that feel real and resonate on a universal level. I approach each project with curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to storytelling that connects with audiences emotionally.

Matt Steeves

I'm Matt Steeves, a director and cinematographer with over a decade of experience bringing character-driven stories to life in some of the world’s most remote locations. I thrive in unpredictable environments and love the challenge of turning tough shoots into authentic, visually compelling moments. Whether working solo or as part of a tight-knit crew, my goal is to capture moments that feel real and resonate on a universal level. I approach each project with curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to storytelling that connects with audiences emotionally.

Available to hire

I’m Matt Steeves, a director and cinematographer with over a decade of experience bringing character-driven stories to life in some of the world’s most remote locations. I thrive in unpredictable environments and love the challenge of turning tough shoots into authentic, visually compelling moments.

Whether working solo or as part of a tight-knit crew, my goal is to capture moments that feel real and resonate on a universal level. I approach each project with curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to storytelling that connects with audiences emotionally.

See more

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Work Experience

Director of Photography at It’s a Beautiful World
March 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Director of Photography on a documentary series for Amazon Prime, coordinating visual storytelling across diverse locations.
Director of Photography at Temagami: Ancient Land
June 1, 2017 - Present
Directed and shot a feature documentary, overseeing cinematography and on-site production.
Director of Photography at The Old Ways (Nepal)
January 1, 2017 - Present
Feature documentary on location in Nepal, responsible for directing and cinematography.
Director of Photography at Living Tradition
September 1, 2016 - Present
Feature documentary directed and shot on location, focusing on traditional practices.
Director of Photography at Save Solace
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Short documentary directed and shot, emphasizing intimate storytelling through visuals.
Director of Photography at I Know I Can Fly
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Short documentary directed and shot, exploring personal or inspirational themes.
Director of Photography at En Plein Air
June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Short documentary directed and shot, capturing outdoor and on-location storytelling.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Media and Film at University of Windsor
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2014

Qualifications

Directors Guild of Canada Member
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment