Matt Ford is a global visual storyteller bridging journalism and Hollywood production expertise. Documenting humanitarian narratives across 40+ countries while bringing technical mastery and cultural fluency to international collaborations from Barcelona.
About
Matt Ford is an award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker whose work spans more than 40 countries, covering conflict and humanitarian crises. His career is marked by a commitment to storytelling that bridges cultural divides and sheds light on pressing global issues.
For the Associated Press, he covered the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and civil unrest in Cairo and Syria. As a documentary filmmaker, he produced innovative films for UNICEF in Iraq and filmed celebrity ambassador trips for the International Rescue Committee in Uganda, Serbia, and Greece.
Ford's journey in visual storytelling began in Hollywood, where he honed his craft as a set lighting technician on acclaimed productions such as "The West Wing," "Alias," "Along Came Polly," and "Spider-Man 2."
Today, as an award-winning writer, independent journalist, and filmmaker based in Barcelona, Spain, Ford continues to pursue diverse international projects. His work aims to educate, inspire, and foster cross-cultural understanding, reflecting his dedication to impactful storytelling in an increasingly interconnected world.
