About Me – Irish Director of Photography & Cinematographer in Belfast
Award-Winning DOP with a Passion for Visual Storytelling
I’m Matty Killen — an award-winning Director of Photography, filmmaker, and editor based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
With over 100 projects under my belt, my focus is always the same: crafting powerful, visually-driven stories that connect emotionally with audiences. Whether it’s a short film, a music video, or a brand campaign, I approach every shoot with intention, precision, and heart.
Cinematography That Serves the Story
My background spans drama, branded content, corporate video, and live music — but my core passion is narrative. I film for feeling, not just the frame. Every shot is a tool to deepen character, tone, and emotion. Whether I’m operating handheld for raw energy or composing something stylised and still, I make visual choices that elevate the story.
Shorts & Music Videos
Goodnight Irene (Short Film) | Director of Photography
Winner: Best Comedy (x2)
Vanishing Grace (Short Film) | Director of Photography / Director
Winner: 5 awards including Best Short Film & Best Director & Screenplay
Railroad King – "Junk Drawer" (Music Video) | Director of Photography / Director
Winner: Best Music Video – Northern Ireland Music Awards
There’ll Be No Divorce (Short Film) | Director of Photography
Winner: 4 awards including Best Cinematography
Father & Son (Short Film) | Director of Photography
Official Selection: 7+ Festivals
We’ll Meet Again (Short Film) | Director of Photography / Director
Official Selection: 4+ Festivals
Drama & Feature Film
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO) | DIT
Wildfire (Feature Film) | Camera Trainee – Dir: Cathy Brady
Funboys (BBC) | DIT
Purebred (NI Screen) | DIT
Systems: RED Komodo, ARRI Alexa, Sony FX Series, Blackmagic.
Formats: 16mm and 35mm film workflows.