Matt Maddock has always been drawn to filmmaking not just as a career, but as a way to create, explore, and solve problems. What started with an iPad Mini and a love for making videos turned into a journey through editing, cinematography, VFX, and everything in between. He’s worked on projects like the award-winning documentary Divine Instinct, Norwegian Cruise Line’s EMBARK series, and a wide range of commercial and narrative films.
Matt doesn’t believe in sticking to just one thing he’s always learning, always experimenting, and always looking for the next challenge. Through his company, Mad Dock Media, he helps brands and businesses craft compelling content, whether that’s a polished commercial, a documentary, or something entirely new. At the end of the day, he just loves making things and making them better.
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Highlighted Projects
Divine Instinct
Feature Length Documentary
My roles: Editor, Assistant Director and CGI Artist
I began at Goshawk Productions as an Assistant Editor for the 4K feature-length documentary "Divine Instinct." Progressing to co-editor, I achieved a full editor's credit and led the project to picture-lock. Additionally, I served as Assistant Director for a pickup interview during the final unit of photography and photographed assets essential for completing the film. The film went on to win the Editing Award of Merit.
NCL Embark
Web Series
My roles: 2nd Assistant Camera, Assistant Editor, Digital Ingest Technician
Starting as a PA and DIT, I transitioned to the role of AC for upcoming episodes of EMBARK with NCL. Throughout the series, I've had the opportunity to travel to locations like Iceland, Hawaii, and Greece, contributing to the creation of engaging content that captures the essence of a Norwegian Cruise Line journey.
Community
Spec Ad
My roles: 1st Assistant Camera
Driven by a passion for the arts, I contributed to 'Community,' a spec ad for an artist house in Baltimore. As 1st AC, I pulled focus and prepared the camera for our shoot on the Red Komodo.
Other Work
Forest Fight
Short Film
My roles: Director, Director of Photography, Editor and Action Designer
I directed, shot, edited, and designed the action for a spec ad/short film. I crafted the visual style, choreographed dynamic fight scenes, and delivered a seamless final product that highlighted both the action and narrative.
Virtual Production
Tutorial
My role: Creator
I created the video "How to Make a Virtual Production Set at Home," showcasing how to build a virtual studio using Cuebric and Unreal Engine. The video demonstrated creating scenes with Cuebric and Unreal's virtual production tools.
The Red Knight
Short Film
My role: Director, Editor and Motion Graphic Artist
I created The Red Knight with Cuebric, a 2.5D comic panel that used AI image generation to push visual storytelling boundaries. I developed new techniques to showcase Cuebric's potential, blending comic aesthetics with modern technology for a unique, immersive experience.
Extreme Towel Whipping
Short Film
My roles: Director, Director of Photography, Editor and Action Designer
I directed, shot, edited, and designed the action for a playful fight between two friends over an ice pop. I focused on dynamic choreography and fast pacing to create an engaging and fun action sequence.
Echoes
Short Film
My roles: Director of Photography and VFX artist
As the DP and VFX artist of "Echoes," I played a fun role in bringing this chilling narrative to life. Crafted during a high school film class, our project was entered into the Howard County Student Film Festival where it won a Judges Choice Award, meaning we had to get an A.
Here's Your Bike
Short Film
My roles: 1st Assistant Camera, Actor
As 1st AC, I worked closely with the DP, contributing creative problem solving and technical precision to shape the film’s visuals. Stepping in as an actor also gave me a fresh perspective on performance and storytelling.
Metro LIVE
Web Series
My role: Director of Photography
As DP for Metro LIVE, I overcame tight turnarounds and challenging conditions, filming concerts in DC metro stations and buses. I quickly solved technical issues and delivered a high-quality video that captured the essence of the performances.
Cuebric Case Studies
Web Series
My roles: Director of Photography and Editor
I played a key role in creating case studies, where I shot and edited content that showcased artists using the Cuebric tool. My focus was on capturing their work in a way that highlighted the tool’s capabilities, presenting it in the best light possible. Through careful shooting and dynamic editing, I aimed to demonstrate the power and versatility of Cuebric while showcasing the talent and creativity of the artists.
Cuebric Confidential
Web Series
My roles: Director and Editor
I directed and edited Cuebric Confidential, a web series that showcased the work of artists using the Cuebric tool. I focused on creating engaging mini documentaries, designed for social media, that highlighted each artist’s process in a dynamic and visually captivating way.
Chaotic Car Chase
Short Film
My roles: Director, Director of Photography and Editor
Chaotic Car Chase was my first college project, where I directed, shot, edited, and designed a VFX-driven short filmed entirely on my phone. The challenge pushed my creativity and problem-solving skills. The editing process allowed me to integrate VFX, creating a thrilling final product.