Matthew thrives on the live element of performances and spectacles. He is a natural communicator with an infectious, enthusiastic approach and a unique combination of skills.His diverse portfolio speaks to an array of transferrable skills and experiences, which span presenting, production health and safety, training, fireworks and pyrotechnics. Credits include supervising science demonstrations for Weird Earth series 2 & 3 (The Weather Channel), hosting the UK Festival of Fireworks (2019-2024), headlining at the Isle of Man STEM Fest (2019), Norwich Science Festival (2018), presenting family science shows at WOMAD (2016-2019), FameLab International presenter masterclasses (2017-2022), H&S for Cheltenham Science Festival (2014-2024), firework supervision for The Battle Proms concert series (2010-2023) and special effects for the feature film Early Man (Aardman, 2019).High technical awareness, attention to detail and a sense of humour enable Matthew to deliver an entertaining, informative and safe experience for audiences and clients alike, whether he is at the front of or behind the scenes.Matthew has built a strong track record of managing successful professional fireworks and stage pyrotechnics displays. He has particular strengths in coordinating fireworks to live music and digitally-fired shows. He manages event crews efficiently and can respond to changing circumstances across a variety of venue types and weather conditions.He has become highly respected for his proactive approach to performance health and safety within the science communication and fireworks sectors. Matthew's philosophy is to make a performance happen by identifying what needs to be in place to ensure that it is safe. He is regularly commissioned to conduct risk assessments and he is in demand as a H&S advisor on science show tours, television productions and festivals.A former science teacher, Matthew has presented headline stage shows, lectures and live science events. He has advised on content, scripts and safety across the spectrum of live performance formats. He is a regular professional development presenter and presentation coach and his work has won repeat commissions with national and international clients.In broadcast, Matthew has demonstrated versatility across radio newsreading, TV and radio presenting. His engaging and trustworthy voice has featured in educational and corporate voiceovers.Above all, Matthew remains calm, professional, logical and quick-thinking in high-pressured, live performance situations.