Matthew Plaxco, a dedicated father, and a skilled Cinematographer who forms one half of the dynamic director/dp duo, MOM. Graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Art Center College of Design, Plaxco's passion for visual storytelling has been a driving force in his career. Matthew Plaxco is based in Los Angeles, seamlessly weaving his creative magic across a diverse range of projects including commercials, shorts, feature films, and music videos. Hailing from Seattle, he now resides in Los Angeles California. With a portfolio that includes collaborations with renowned clients such as National Geographic, Lifetime, BET, MSNBC, History Channel, Microsoft, Google, Rolex, Tag Heuer, and many more. His commitment to an authentic approach to storytelling is complemented by a dedication to maintaining a sophisticated aesthetic in every project. As a cinematographer, Plaxco combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of the narrative, resulting in emotionally resonant work.

Matthew Plaxco, a dedicated father, and a skilled Cinematographer who forms one half of the dynamic director/dp duo, MOM. Graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Art Center College of Design, Plaxco's passion for visual storytelling has been a driving force in his career. Matthew Plaxco is based in Los Angeles, seamlessly weaving his creative magic across a diverse range of projects including commercials, shorts, feature films, and music videos. Hailing from Seattle, he now resides in Los Angeles California. With a portfolio that includes collaborations with renowned clients such as National Geographic, Lifetime, BET, MSNBC, History Channel, Microsoft, Google, Rolex, Tag Heuer, and many more. His commitment to an authentic approach to storytelling is complemented by a dedication to maintaining a sophisticated aesthetic in every project. As a cinematographer, Plaxco combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of the narrative, resulting in emotionally resonant work.

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Matthew Plaxco, a dedicated father, and a skilled Cinematographer who forms one half of the dynamic director/dp duo, MOM. Graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Art Center College of Design, Plaxco’s passion for visual storytelling has been a driving force in his career. Matthew Plaxco is based in Los Angeles, seamlessly weaving his creative magic across a diverse range of projects including commercials, shorts, feature films, and music videos. Hailing from Seattle, he now resides in Los Angeles California. With a portfolio that includes collaborations with renowned clients such as National Geographic, Lifetime, BET, MSNBC, History Channel, Microsoft, Google, Rolex, Tag Heuer, and many more. His commitment to an authentic approach to storytelling is complemented by a dedication to maintaining a sophisticated aesthetic in every project. As a cinematographer, Plaxco combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of the narrative, resulting in emotionally resonant work.

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Experience Level

DaVinci Resolve Studio
Expert
Adobe Lightroom
Expert
Autodesk Smoke
Intermediate
Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate
Adobe Premiere Pro
Intermediate
Adobe Illustrator
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Education

BFA at Art Center College of Design
June 19, 2013 - June 17, 2015
Concentration on Film

Qualifications

Blackmagic Design Certified
June 16, 2022 - June 7, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Other, Computers & Electronics, Education, Retail
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