Director of Photography in Belfast specialising in cinematic commercial, music video and documentary work

Director of Photography based in Belfast, crafting cinematic work across narrative and music video

A cinematographer wearing a chest rig and headset looking at a professional cinema camera monitor in a dimly lit room with warm lighting.

Matty Killen is a Director of Photography based in Northern Ireland, working across narrative film, music videos, and commercial projects. His work is driven by story, with a focus on creating images that feel emotionally honest, grounded, and connected to performance.

He is known for a cinematic, naturalistic visual style, often favouring contrast, texture, and motivated lighting to shape atmosphere without overpowering the moment. Whether working handheld or within more composed, controlled frames, his approach is rooted in supporting the story and drawing audiences into the world of the film.

Matty’s experience spans both independent productions and high-end drama environments, shaping a collaborative and adaptable approach on set. Comfortable leading small crews while maintaining a strong visual standard, he brings the same level of care and attention to detail regardless of scale.

His work has received recognition at festival level, including multiple awards for Best Cinematography, Best Short Film, and Best Music Video, alongside numerous international festival selections. These accolades reflect a consistent commitment to craft, storytelling, and creative collaboration.

At its core, his work is about creating images that resonate and endure.

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NARRATIVE

A person operating camera equipment and looking at documents on a table, with a dark background decorated with swan patterns.
A cheerful man in a red and black plaid shirt and a gray cap is sitting on a rocky landscape in front of large brown rocks, holding what appears to be a camera stabilizer or drone controller, with the sunset or sunrise casting a warm glow on the dry
A person operating a professional video camera on a tripod in a dimly lit environment with a brick wall in the background
A woman with long wavy hair looking at a young man holding a microphone. The man is speaking while standing against a wood-paneled wall.
A person wearing a cap with floral embroidery and headphones is looking at a monitor while operating a camera mounted on a tripod. They are in a room with a wooden table covered with vintage-style drawings and maps, illuminated by warm lighting.

MUSIC VIDEO

Two men working with professional camera equipment in a dimly lit room, surrounded by various tools and supplies on a cluttered wooden table.
A film crew captures footage of a bald man with a beard in a wooded area during sunset. The photo shows the scene through the camera monitor, with a woman in the foreground holding a camera and a microphone, focused on the man.
A person standing in a room with ornate ceiling moldings, a chandelier, and wooden furniture, holding professional video camera equipment.
A young man in a black hoodie standing in a cluttered room with musical equipment, chairs, and a painting on the wall.
A group of people outdoors near a large camera or binoculars mounted on a tripod, with a young man in a black jacket smiling at the camera and a woman taking a photo with her phone.

DOCUMENTARY