I'm Matthew Chenet, a filmmaker, photographer and content creator based in Costa Rica and North Carolina. I blend character-centered storytelling with cause-related media to craft work that informs, inspires and moves people to action. With more than 20 years of experience, I've collaborated with PBS NC, USAID, The Harmony Hotel, 410 Medical, and countless NGOs, brands and independent artists. I wear many hats—writer, producer, director of photography, shooter, and editor—always aiming to elevate authenticity, heart, and universal truths in every story and every character.…

Matthew Chenet

I'm Matthew Chenet, a filmmaker, photographer and content creator based in Costa Rica and North Carolina. I blend character-centered storytelling with cause-related media to craft work that informs, inspires and moves people to action. With more than 20 years of experience, I've collaborated with PBS NC, USAID, The Harmony Hotel, 410 Medical, and countless NGOs, brands and independent artists. I wear many hats—writer, producer, director of photography, shooter, and editor—always aiming to elevate authenticity, heart, and universal truths in every story and every character.…

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I’m Matthew Chenet, a filmmaker, photographer and content creator based in Costa Rica and North Carolina. I blend character-centered storytelling with cause-related media to craft work that informs, inspires and moves people to action.

With more than 20 years of experience, I’ve collaborated with PBS NC, USAID, The Harmony Hotel, 410 Medical, and countless NGOs, brands and independent artists. I wear many hats—writer, producer, director of photography, shooter, and editor—always aiming to elevate authenticity, heart, and universal truths in every story and every character.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Series Producer at PBS North Carolina
November 1, 2012 - Present
In charge of writing, casting and collaborating with shooter / editor to oversee post-production on 2nd season of PBS NC hit series, Ten to Try.
Director / Producer / Editor at Captain Scott Band and the Great Adventure
July 31, 2021 - October 19, 2025
Directed, produced and edited a feature project chronicling a mountains-to-sea journey; oversaw creative decisions and post.
Writer / Producer / Editor at State of Change, PBS NC
June 30, 2022 - October 19, 2025
Writer, producer and editor for State of Change, a 1hr broadcast special and related character vignettes.

Education

B.A., Communications, Media Studies and Production at University of North Carolina
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
The Hollywood Internship at 20th Century Fox Studios
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997

Qualifications

Emmy Award
September 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality