Matt Hardy
Founder, Cinematographer, Commercial Campaign Specialist · TahoeMatt Media
Eugene, OR
In My Own Words
Matt Hardy grew up in the outdoor mecca of Lake Tahoe, California. He has been immersed in the outdoors ever since, inspiring a life dedicated to the exploration of the world's most unique places. Over the years he has become known for his tremendous sense of adventure, creativity & drive. His desire to inspire others through amazing imagery has taken him around the globe and won numerous awards. Infused in all aspects of production as a director, cinematographer, and editor, he brings a unique and critical cinematic perspective to action sports, documentary, travel, and commercial pursuits. With a background in finance and marketing, he understands the many different perspectives an organization may have and can ultimately help a clients' vision become reality. After many years, Matt realized that many of his clients lacked effective distribution strategies with the videos he was producing and that the videos would end up sitting on social media or the client website and not generate any leads, sales, or results. He now specializes in helping experiential brands (tour operators + expedition companies) and e-commerce companies predictably maximize their bookings by implementing & running profitable Commercial Campaigns. If he sounds like someone who could add value to your organization, shoot him an email: matt@tahoematt.com
Work Experience
Founder, Cinematographer, Commercial Campaign Specialist
TahoeMatt Media2011 – Present
Full Production Studio (Camera, Lights, Audio, Aerial, Grip) FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot | Owned Cameras: RED, VR, DJI DRONES www.instagram.com/tahoematt Clients/Projects: Outside TV, RedBull, IMAX, The Golf Channel, NBC, Teton Gravity Research, Warren Miller Entertainment, Red Digital Cinema, Matador Network, Poland Spring, Iceland Air, Travel Nevada, Montana Tourism, Bomber Ski, Ice Axe Expeditions, Rolex Big Boat Series, Wineram, STA Travel, Altra Running, Enve Composites, Rustic Pathways, SeaMester, Bandaloop, SoFrep TV & more. Services: We are a full-service film production company and advertising agency based in Lake Tahoe, California capable of delivering original content from inception, to capture, to post-production. We then utilize these commercials to create a predictable and reliable system for generating results for our clients. For most that means increased revenue and profitability, but for others, that means more time freedom or more qualified leads. We collaborate extensively with brands to bring visual stories to life and get clients RESULTS. Our RED cameras allow us to deliver to a super high definition 5K+ world. In addition to working with the latest camera technology, TahoeMatt Media is well equipped with LED lighting, grip, audio, and camera support. Process: Discovery Meeting + Concept Development + Scriptwriting + Storyboard + Locations + Casting + Permits + Releases + Insurance + Production + Edit + Color Grade + Distribution\Landing pages + Sales Funnels + Facebook & Google Advertising = Increased Sales and Revenue for Clients
Cinematographer + Drone
Outside TV2015 – 2019
RED / DJI - Camera and Aerial Drone Operator for: Primal Quest Tahoe 2015, GoPro Mountain Games 2017, ReDirect 2016, Chevrolet 'On Fly' James River
Cinematographer + Drone
Warren Miller Entertainment2015 – 2019
Filmed Utah Segment 'Chasing Shadows' 2015; 2nd Camera and 1stAC Switzerland Segment 'Here, There & Everywhere' 2016; Directed/Produced/ DP/Drone Squaw Segment 'Line of Descent' 2017; Drone and 1stAC Austria Segment 2019;
Cinematographer + Movi Op + Drone Pilot
WINERAM Productions LLC & Canted Angle Productions2017 – 2018
Uruguay, Argentina, California Show "It Starts with Wine" - Available to watch on Amazon Prime and Vimeo on demand. Shot Episodes in Uruguay, Argentina, and California. 1 of 2 camera operators. Drone pilot for California episode.
Aerial Cinematographer & Photographer
Rustic Pathways2014 – 2016
Fiji, New Zealand, Cambodia, Thailand, Burma, India, Australia Created marketing and sales collateral for Rustic Pathways using a mix of aerial video, ground video, and still photography in New Zealand, Fiji (2014), Cambodia, Thailand, India, Burma (2015). Australia (2016). In addition, I was a lead guide responsible for ensuring a life changing experience for the participants, managing day to day logistics of the programs, and everything in- between.
Cinematographer/Field Producer
TGR - Teton Gravity Research2015 – 2015
RED Epic and Aerial Drone Operator for 'Paradise Waits'
Reporter, Producer, Editor
See work below SWIFT COMMUNICATIONS, INC2013 – 2014
Greater Lake Tahoe Area Shot, edited, and produced Tahoe "On the Hill" daily ski reports from resorts in North Lake Tahoe for Tahoe.com, North Lake Tahoe Bonanza, Sierra Sun and the Tahoe Daily Tribune.
Photographer Guide
Rustic Pathways2013 – 2013
Costa Rica Generated 20,000 impactful storytelling images and video clips while also being responsible for editing and archiving imagery for use by Rustic Pathways in marketing, sales and collateral materials. In addition, I was responsible for ensuring a life changing experience for students and managing day to day logistics of the programs.
Photographer & Videographer
STA Travel2012 – 2012
Europe Selected from a pool of 4,000+ applicants. Captured, created, and edited promotional content (both stock photography and short videos) based on destinations located in seven countries throughout Europe (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Czech Republic, Croatia).
Research Analyst
Westminster College2011 – 2012
Greater Salt Lake City Area Placed 1st in the state of Utah. Competed at Nationals in New York against the top institutions in the country. Target Company: Energy Solutions (ES) | Responsible for the Valuation and full PowerPoint. (*Report and PPT available upon request)
Web Developer
McCormick & Winter2011 – 2011
(2011 - 2011) University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business Finance, Computer Science • (2008 - 2009) act tahoematthardy@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/hardymatt (LinkedIn) www.TahoeMatt.com (Other) www.facebook.com/ TahoeMattAdventureMedia (Other) Instagram.com/tahoematt (Other) Top Skills Social Media Leadership Videography
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