From a remarkably early age, Daria Matza's profound fascination with the art of storytelling and the transformative power of images to transport, move, and inspire profound change began to take shape. As she embarked on this captivating journey of storytelling, she lent her remarkable skills to a diverse array of endeavors, including producing captivating segments for esteemed news organizations such as MSNBC and PBS, crafting independent films that showcased her creativity and vision, and collaborating on major motion pictures that allowed her to work alongside talented individuals and contribute to the creation of memorable cinematic experiences.
Matza's unwavering passion for documentary filmmaking has been the driving force behind her illustrious career, with her directorial debut, A Capital Beat, serving as a cinematic masterpiece that skillfully explored the rich history and culture of Go-Go music. This thought-provoking documentary not only shed light on the genre's profound social impact on the community, but also provided a nuanced understanding of its significance in the broader cultural landscape.
Since then, Matza has been an integral part of a diverse array of documentaries, each one showcasing her exceptional storytelling abilities and attention to detail. Her impressive body of work includes Keep on Moving, Starved, and An Inaugural Ride to Freedom, the latter of which garnered an Emmy Award for its outstanding production quality and thought-provoking subject matter.
Throughout her career, Matza has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to her craft, pushing the boundaries of what is possible with documentary filmmaking and inspiring a new generation of filmmakers to follow in her footsteps.
Matza's journey into documentary filmmaking preceded her work on Styria, a captivating gothic feature film that boasts a talented cast, including Stephen Rea and Eleanor Tomlinson, and was brought to life through the lens of a camera capturing the haunting beauty of Budapest's surroundings.
Matza's academic pursuits have equipped her with a solid foundation in her craft, comprising a Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism, which provided a thorough understanding of the art of storytelling through the medium of television and radio.
In addition to her undergraduate degree, Matza also holds a Graduate Certificate in Documentary Filmmaking, which honed her skills in the creation of non-fiction films that captivate and inform audiences.
Matza's academic achievements do not stop there, as she has also earned a Master's degree in Film, Television, and New Media, further solidifying her expertise in the field of filmmaking and preparing her for a successful career in the industry.
Currently, Matza is situated in Portland, Oregon, alongside her daughters and her spouse, who also happens to be her filmmaking partner, as they collectively navigate the intricacies of their creative endeavors.
