Creative and empathetic filmmaker with over 30 years of experience leading corporate and NGO video productions around the world. I specialise in shaping narrative-led visual content for global audiences — particularly within the humanitarian, development, and sustainability sectors. As Director of Matt Stanley Video Productions, I’ve delivered strategic, emotionally resonant films for organisations including UNICEF, UNFPA, FIA Foundation, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Starwood Hotels. My strength lies in combining high production values with deep respect for human stories. I bring a documentary filmmaker’s instinct for authenticity to brand communication, training media, and social campaigns. I am seeking a new challenge within a single organisation where I can contribute creatively, strategically, and collaboratively to high-impact content that aligns with purpose-driven goals.…

Matt Stanley

Creative and empathetic filmmaker with over 30 years of experience leading corporate and NGO video productions around the world. I specialise in shaping narrative-led visual content for global audiences — particularly within the humanitarian, development, and sustainability sectors. As Director of Matt Stanley Video Productions, I’ve delivered strategic, emotionally resonant films for organisations including UNICEF, UNFPA, FIA Foundation, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Starwood Hotels. My strength lies in combining high production values with deep respect for human stories. I bring a documentary filmmaker’s instinct for authenticity to brand communication, training media, and social campaigns. I am seeking a new challenge within a single organisation where I can contribute creatively, strategically, and collaboratively to high-impact content that aligns with purpose-driven goals.…

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Creative and empathetic filmmaker with over 30 years of experience leading corporate and NGO video productions around the world. I specialise in shaping narrative-led visual content for global audiences — particularly within the humanitarian, development, and sustainability sectors. As Director of Matt Stanley Video Productions, I’ve delivered strategic, emotionally resonant films for organisations including UNICEF, UNFPA, FIA Foundation, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Starwood Hotels.

My strength lies in combining high production values with deep respect for human stories. I bring a documentary filmmaker’s instinct for authenticity to brand communication, training media, and social campaigns. I am seeking a new challenge within a single organisation where I can contribute creatively, strategically, and collaboratively to high-impact content that aligns with purpose-driven goals.

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Director at Matt Stanley Video Productions
January 1, 2019 - Present
Lead creative, production, and post-production across a portfolio of high-profile clients. Regularly deliver projects from concept to delivery—balancing creative direction with logistical and budgetary responsibilities. Provide strategic storytelling that aligns client objectives with authentic human experiences.
Producer/Director (UNICEF UK & Airline Partnerships) at UNICEF UK & Airline Partners (Change for Good)
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 2009
Created dozens of short films for UNICEF UK and partners including British Airways, Aer Lingus and American Airlines as part of Change for Good. Worked with talent such as Liam Neeson to support global fundraising and health campaigns. Supported internal crew training content for BA and Aer Lingus, contributing to over £30 million in passenger donations.
Producer/Director at Starwood Hotels & UNICEF
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2002
Developed all public-facing and internal training video materials for Check Out for Children. Produced media shown across guest rooms and internal platforms to support brand-aligned fundraising. Organized and filmed international shoots, enabling Starwood executives to visit and promote UNICEF fieldwork.
Producer/Director at UNFPA – United Nations Population Fund
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 2004
Produced films for global summits, including numerous State of the World Population launches. Produced long-form documentaries such as Almost Like Fire and Questions of Choice, capturing grassroots empowerment across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Collaborated directly with Executive Directors Dr. Nafis Sadik and Thoraya Obaid on key advocacy pieces.
Filmmaker/Director at FIA Foundation
January 1, 2004 - Present
The FIA Foundation is a global charity working for safe and sustainable mobility. For over two decades, I have collaborated closely with their communications and advocacy teams to create films highlighting the burden of road traffic injuries, particularly in the Global South. A key milestone was my personal initiative to approach actress Michelle Yeoh to front a worldwide documentary project exploring global road safety issues. This concept evolved into a powerful series of productions that not only catalysed her deep involvement in the campaign but ultimately led to her becoming a Global Road Safety Ambassador. Her advocacy — including addressing the UN General Assembly on behalf of Malaysia — had significant influence on the international visibility and urgency of road safety as a public health issue. My work with the FIA Foundation has frequently been featured at high-level forums, including screenings at the UN General Assembly. In addition to documentary storytelling, I have l

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