I’m a creative and technically skilled content creator with a passion for visual storytelling, photography and videography. I run two successful independent businesses—a photography/videography media company and a professional dog walking service—and I bring first-hand experience of building and maintaining an engaged social media audience, producing original content across multiple platforms, and managing end-to-end project delivery as a solo operator. My IT background gives me a sharp eye for detail, problem solving, analytical thinking, and the ability to interpret data to refine content strategy. I hold UK Creative Writing qualifications and combine storytelling instincts with a methodical, data-informed approach to digital content.

Matthew Ward

I’m a creative and technically skilled content creator with a passion for visual storytelling, photography and videography. I run two successful independent businesses—a photography/videography media company and a professional dog walking service—and I bring first-hand experience of building and maintaining an engaged social media audience, producing original content across multiple platforms, and managing end-to-end project delivery as a solo operator. My IT background gives me a sharp eye for detail, problem solving, analytical thinking, and the ability to interpret data to refine content strategy. I hold UK Creative Writing qualifications and combine storytelling instincts with a methodical, data-informed approach to digital content.

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May 25, 2026

I’m a creative and technically skilled content creator with a passion for visual storytelling, photography and videography. I run two successful independent businesses—a photography/videography media company and a professional dog walking service—and I bring first-hand experience of building and maintaining an engaged social media audience, producing original content across multiple platforms, and managing end-to-end project delivery as a solo operator.

My IT background gives me a sharp eye for detail, problem solving, analytical thinking, and the ability to interpret data to refine content strategy. I hold UK Creative Writing qualifications and combine storytelling instincts with a methodical, data-informed approach to digital content.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Content Creator at Aye Spy Media
January 1, 2025 - Present
Photography and videography content creation for clients across commercial and lifestyle briefs; manage all aspects of the business from client briefing through to final delivery; develop project management and communication skills; produce and curate content for social media platforms; optimise content for Instagram, Facebook and other channels; monitor social media trends and adapt output to maximise reach and audience growth.
Founder & Owner at Haud Yer Leash Dog Walking Services
April 1, 2019 - Present
Built and grew a client base from the ground up through word-of-mouth, local networking and an active social media presence. Produced engaging social content (photography, short-form video, written posts) to showcase the business and attract new clients. Managed scheduling, client communication and service delivery independently, developing a reliable personal brand with consistent content output across platforms.
Application Support Specialist (Permanent) at Tesco Bank
January 1, 2017 - April 1, 2019
Supported end-users through incident management, liaised with third-party vendors and project managers, and coordinated software releases. Implemented Windows patching automation and completed AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate and Linux System Fundamentals training.
IT Infrastructure & Application Support at Various Contract & Permanent Roles
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2017
Over 15 years of IT infrastructure and application support experience across major Scottish and UK organisations, including Tesco Bank (contracts), University of Edinburgh, Heineken UK, FirstGroup, Standard Life, Lloyds TSB, HBOS, Adventi IT and others.

Education

Creative Biz Launch at Course
January 1, 2025 - April 25, 2026
Studio Photography at Course
January 1, 2024 - April 25, 2026
Creative Writing at Open University – A215
January 1, 2013 - April 25, 2026
Start Writing Fiction at Open University – A174
January 1, 2012 - April 25, 2026
HNC in Computing at Napier University
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
GSVQ Level 3 in Information Technology at Edinburgh's Telford College
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Standard Grades at Trinity Academy, Edinburgh
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998

Qualifications

Linux System Fundamentals
January 1, 2018 - April 25, 2026
CompTIA Network+ (N10-002)
January 1, 2005 - April 25, 2026
Microsoft MCP Windows XP (70-270)
January 1, 2005 - April 25, 2026
CompTIA Network+ (N10-002)
January 1, 2005 - April 25, 2026
Microsoft MCP Windows XP (70-270)
January 1, 2005 - April 25, 2026
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
January 11, 2030 - April 25, 2026
GSVQ Level 3 in Information Technology
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services