Matthew David Jones, a renowned British television writer and producer, brought into this world on August 5th, 1968, marked the beginning of a remarkable journey in the world of entertainment. His writing career commenced in 1995 as a columnist for the esteemed Doctor Who Magazine, where he honed his craft and cultivated a passion for storytelling. Subsequently, he went on to pen novels for Virgin Publishing's esteemed range of licensed Doctor Who tie-in books, specifically the New Adventures, a testament to his dedication to the Whovian universe and his ability to craft captivating narratives.
Jones' career in television began to take off in 1999 with a significant milestone, as he was appointed script editor for the renowned Red Production Company's groundbreaking drama series, Queer as Folk, a role that showcased his exceptional storytelling abilities and attention to detail. This prestigious position was soon followed by another notable achievement, as he took on the responsibility of script editing the anthology series Love in the 21st Century, a project that further solidified his reputation as a skilled and versatile television professional.
In addition to his work as a script editor, Jones also made a notable contribution to the world of television writing in 1999. During this period, he lent his talents to two esteemed series produced by Granada Television, the popular children's drama Children's Ward and the long-running British soap opera Coronation Street.
In the year 2000, Jones embarked on a significant milestone in his career, serving as script editor for the inaugural series of the esteemed British Academy Television Award-winning drama, Clocking Off, a remarkable achievement that showcased his exceptional skills in the realm of television production.
As the year 2001 dawned, Jones claimed his first producer credit, courtesy of his tireless efforts in writing and producing the captivating one-off drama, Now You See Her, a testament to his versatility and dedication to his craft.
Throughout this period, Jones continued to maintain a fruitful partnership with the renowned Red Production Company, leveraging his creative prowess to conceive, write, and produce the gripping crime drama, Serious and Organised, which boasted an impressive cast, including the talented Martin Kemp.
Jones relocated to Company Pictures and assumed the role of Executive Producer on the critically acclaimed drama series Shameless, a show that garnered widespread recognition and accolades, including a prestigious British Academy Television Award for Best Drama Series.
In the year 2005, a significant announcement was made public, revealing that Jones would be joining the esteemed team of writers responsible for crafting the second season of the BBC's revival of the iconic science fiction television series, Doctor Who. This notable development marked the realization of a long-held childhood aspiration for Jones, as he had always been deeply fascinated by the world of Doctor Who.
The two-part episodes penned by Jones were ultimately broadcast in the year 2006, showcasing his writing talents to a vast audience. Additionally, Jones also contributed to the second series of the Doctor Who spin-off series, Torchwood, by writing the seventh episode.
In the year 2012, the prolific writer and creative force, Jones, made a significant contribution to the world of television by penning the second episode of the critically acclaimed BBC Four TV series, Dirk Gently, which is a masterful adaptation of the iconic novels written by the legendary author, Douglas Adams.
