Hi, I’m Matthew Chan—a Melbourne-based writer, editor and theatre artist. I’m pursuing a Master of Creative Writing, Publishing and Editing at the University of Melbourne, after completing a BA in Creative Writing, English & Theatre Studies. I enjoy shaping copy for publications, marketing materials, and stage works, with hands-on experience at Farrago Magazine, Cipta Theatre Company, Melbourne Fringe, and more. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse creative teams to bring stories to life. I’ve also worked across administration, publicity, and music, including data entry at Melbourne Pathology, writing and composing for theatre, and contributing promotional content for social media. These roles have strengthened my attention to detail, adaptability, and commitment to accessible storytelling in both literary and performative contexts.

Matthew Chan

Hi, I’m Matthew Chan—a Melbourne-based writer, editor and theatre artist. I’m pursuing a Master of Creative Writing, Publishing and Editing at the University of Melbourne, after completing a BA in Creative Writing, English & Theatre Studies. I enjoy shaping copy for publications, marketing materials, and stage works, with hands-on experience at Farrago Magazine, Cipta Theatre Company, Melbourne Fringe, and more. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse creative teams to bring stories to life. I’ve also worked across administration, publicity, and music, including data entry at Melbourne Pathology, writing and composing for theatre, and contributing promotional content for social media. These roles have strengthened my attention to detail, adaptability, and commitment to accessible storytelling in both literary and performative contexts.

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Hi, I’m Matthew Chan—a Melbourne-based writer, editor and theatre artist. I’m pursuing a Master of Creative Writing, Publishing and Editing at the University of Melbourne, after completing a BA in Creative Writing, English & Theatre Studies. I enjoy shaping copy for publications, marketing materials, and stage works, with hands-on experience at Farrago Magazine, Cipta Theatre Company, Melbourne Fringe, and more. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse creative teams to bring stories to life.

I’ve also worked across administration, publicity, and music, including data entry at Melbourne Pathology, writing and composing for theatre, and contributing promotional content for social media. These roles have strengthened my attention to detail, adaptability, and commitment to accessible storytelling in both literary and performative contexts.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Data Entry Clerk at Melbourne Pathology
October 1, 2021 - Present
Part of a large team overseeing specimen processing and documentation using specialised software; responsible for accuracy across administrative tasks and data entry in a healthcare setting.
Volunteer at Melbourne Fringe
September 1, 2015 - October 1, 2025
Supported patrons across three locations in multiple roles including front-of-house staff, greeter, and Access Champion to assist patrons with access requests.
Publicity & Marketing Officer at Cipta Theatre Company
May 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Lead content creator for social media, drove engagement with digital tools and achieved approximately 10% follower growth over 90 days; wrote/edited copy for social media, websites and newsletters; directed teams to execute marketing strategies and updated content for shows/events, maintaining an average attendance rate of 75% with two sold-out nights.
Subeditor at Farrago Magazine
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024
Proofed and edited pieces according to style manual; collaborated with editors to improve readability and engagement; provided constructive feedback to writers and helped refine rejected pieces.
Writer/Composer at University of Melbourne Musical Theatre Association
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Wrote and edited the script for What a Steal!, a 90‑minute original musical; composed 9 original songs for a cast of 9; contributed promotional content for Instagram and TikTok.
Retail Assistant at Picture a Print
December 1, 2017 - May 1, 2024
Provided outstanding customer service and managed stock and sales operations for a custom printing and framing business, contributing to a strong Google rating.
Subeditor at Inkspot Magazine
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Edited and prepared creative pieces for publication, coordinating with writers to refine content.

Education

Master of Creative Writing, Publishing and Editing at The University of Melbourne
July 1, 2025 - December 21, 2025
Bachelor of Arts, Creative Writing/English & Theatre Studies at The University of Melbourne
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail