Mateo Arango Guerrero

Cinematographer / Director @ Redhanded Agency

About

Mateo is an award-winning director / cinematographer with eight years of experience crafting compelling visuals for both commercial and narrative projects. His work is driven by a deep passion for capturing authentic human connection and translating stories into impactful cinematic experiences. Versatile and resourceful, Mateo is equally adept at working as a one-man-band or as part of extensive production crews. His background includes directing and shooting documentaries with indigenous communities in Papua New Guinea, Nepal, Mongolia, and beyond, as well as advertisements in the dynamic Australian market, showcasing his ability to thrive in challenging environments. His passion for the outdoors has cultivated his agility and adaptability, while his experience in the advertising landscape has instilled a strong teamwork ethic, allowing him to adapt seamlessly within diverse working teams.

Country

Australia

City

Melbourne

Industry

Media Production

Skill

Video Color Grading, Video Post-Production, Creative Content Creation, Pre-production, Attention to Detail, Cinematography, Drone Piloting, Film Production, Drone Videography, Drone Photography, Visual Storytelling, Editing, Content Marketing, Video Production, Story, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Storytelling, Video Editing, Videography

Experience

Cinematographer / Director

Redhanded Agency

2023-6 - Present · 3 yrs 4 mos

Melbourne, VIC

Freelance Cinematographer

2019-3 - Present · 7 yrs 7 mos

Melbourne, VIC

As a freelance DOP /Editor I've worked with variety of clients across different industries, helping them bring their stories and videos to life.

Social Media Content Creator AU - US

BikeExchange

2021-12 - 2023-6 · 1 yr 7 mos

Melbourne, VIC

In charge of developing and executing a successful content strategy that helps boost passion for cycling. Filmmaking, photography, social channels and more.

Social Media Content Creator

BikeExchange

2019-9 - 2021-12 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Melbourne, VIC

In charge of sharing #WhereTheWorldRides and the love for bicycles in all of its different shapes. Always capturing moments with my camera and sharing them on BikeExchange Social Media platforms.

Founder and Managing Partner

MundoBici

2015-8 - 2023-5 · 7 yrs 10 mos

Colombia

Founder and senior partner of www.mundobici.co, one of the biggest and fastest-growing cycling communities in Latin America. We bring more people into cycling through quality cycling content using different online platforms.

Marketing and social media manager

bikeNOW

2018-6 - 2021-12 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

In charge of capturing and sharing the best bike builds in Victoria, while keeping a good-looking online presence for the sickest bike shop in Melbourne. Email marketing, photography and social media is my day to day in this company.

Marketing manager / Colombia

Giant Bicycle

2016-6 - 2018-5 · 2 yrs

Colombia

I was in charge of the Sport and Trade marketing, communications and online presence for Giant / Liv, Maxxis, Garneau, Topeak, among others. It was the perfect opportunity to develop dreamed projects with great brands and great athletes.