HYDRO FLASK

Producer, Director, Cinematographer

Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

HYDRO FLASK BRAND ANTHEM

Producer, Director, Cinematographer

Editor, Sound Design, Colorist

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 - INSTAX

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

I’m a director, cinematographer, editor, and colorist specializing in story-driven brand films across outdoor, lifestyle, travel, and premium CPG. Over the past decade I’ve created cinematic work for brands including Sony, Subaru, Red Bull, ESPN, Hydro Flask, O’Neill, and SCP Hotels — bringing a narrative sensibility and a distinctive visual and sound-driven approach to their campaigns and films.

My work has earned 10 Vimeo Staff Picks and an international award for Best Soundtrack, and is recognized for its craft, emotional tone, and attention to detail — merging image, rhythm, and atmosphere to elevate brand stories beyond traditional marketing. I’m frequently brought on as a full-stack filmmaking partner, leading creative development, directing, cinematography, editing, color, and finishing. This model enables brands to streamline production while raising the quality and coherence of their cinematic output.

Based on the Central Coast of California, I draw inspiration from coastal cultures, outdoor environments, and real people — bringing authenticity and texture to everything I make. My work resonates with audiences who value story, craft, and a strong sense of place, and with brands who want films that feel lived-in, cinematic, and memorable.

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

SELECT CLIENTS

MATTWKLEINER@gmail.com