Matt Kleiner underwater DoP surfer underwater

Matt Kleiner outdoor film director, nature, cinematography, short film

Matt Kleiner short film color into sound with Ryan Kleiner

Matt Kleiner short film color into sound , underwater Dop

Matt Kleiner commercial campaign O'Neill

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Matt Kleiner short film Alex smith surfing

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Matt Kleiner
Director
Cinematographer
Film Stills
Documentary, Lifestyle, Commercial

Matt Kleiner
Director
Cinematographer
Film Stills
Commercial

Matt Kleiner
Director
Cinematographer
Film Stills
Short Film

Matt Kleiner
Director
Cinematographer
Film Stills
music video for Boy Amor with bipolar sunshine

Matt Kleiner
Director
Cinematographer
Film Stills

Matt Kleiner
Director
Cinematographer
Film Stills
art form

A collection of cinematic film stills from documentary, commercial, surf, travel, and lifestyle projects directed and photographed by Matt Kleiner.

ALBUM

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

Awarded a VIMEO STAFF PICK

CLEARWEATHER

Writer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist

SCP HOTELS

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Sound Design

Commercial for SCP’s Mendocino location

COLOR INTO SOUND

Writer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist

ALBUM

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

Awarded a VIMEO STAFF PICK

FUJI FILM

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

BOY AMOR feat BIPOLAR SUNSHINE

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

Official Music Video

O’NEILL

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

Fall 2025 Campaign

HYDRO FLASK

Producer, Director, Cinematographer

Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

HYDRO FLASK TVC

Producer, Director, Cinematographer

Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

HYDRO FLASK

Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Design,

Branded short film with the U.S. Olympic Ski team focusing on health and hydration in the off season.

HYDRO FLASK

Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor

A branded film with Alan Watts recounting the birth of climbing at Smith Rock in Central Oregon.

ALBUM + KORUA

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Sound Design

A Three part series exploring the art of collaboration

RED BULL

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Sound Design

Episode 1 of Red Bulls “Chasing the Shot” series with Mick Fanning surfing under the Northern Lights in Lofoton Norway

RED BULL

Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Sound Design

Awarded VIMEO STAFF PICK

MOONGLADE SUPERFOOD

Social Campaign

Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

ABOUT

Story-driven brand films for outdoor, lifestyle & premium CPG

Matt Kleiner is a director and cinematographer known for crafting visually arresting films that live at the intersection of documentary realism and cinematic poetry. His work is defined by evocative natural light, textured imagery, and emotionally resonant storytelling that feels both intimate and expansive.

Drawing inspiration from movement, landscape, and human connection, Matt’s films often explore themes of freedom, identity, and the fleeting beauty of everyday moments. His distinct visual style has earned recognition across the global creative community, including 10 Vimeo Staff Picks and screenings at international film festivals around the world.

He has directed work for leading brands including Red Bull, Sony, Hydro Flask, Pepsi, Universal Music, Manduka, Surfers Journal, creating campaigns and branded films that feel deeply human and immersive.
Whether directing narrative-driven commercials, documentaries, or original films, Matt approaches every project with a singular goal: to create work that people don’t just watch, but feel.

OFFICIAL SELECTIONS

Santa Barbara Intl Film Festival, Newport Beach Intl Film Festival, London Surf Film Festival, Ombok Bali Intl Film Festival, Anglet Intl Surf film Festival, New York Surf Film Festival, Florida Surf Film Festival

WINNER:

Best Sound Track // ONA Short Film Festival

Venice, Italy

Best Picture // Surf World Int’l Surf Film Festival

Victoria , Australia

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STILL FRAMES

MATTWKLEINER@gmail.com