MATTHEW (MATEO) JAMES HEVEZI

#1, Street 566 corner 331, Boeung Kak 2, Tuol Kouk, Phnom Penh, Cambodia | +855(0)99 556 694 | HEVEZIM@JUNO.COM | Born: 09.09.1966 | Height: 183 cm | Weight: 172 kg

Summary

Highly accomplished and results-oriented leader with extensive international experience in communication, media, and entrepreneurial ventures across the Asia-Pacific region. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, develop strategic communication plans, and create impactful visual content. Award-winning photographer and artist with a strong track record of establishing and managing successful projects and businesses. Seeking a senior-level position in Southeast Asia where leadership, cross-cultural communication skills, and creative vision can contribute to organizational success.

Key Skills

International Leadership & Team Management
Strategic Communication Planning & Execution
Publication Design & Production
Photography & Visual Storytelling (Award-Winning)
Copywriting & Editing
Cross-Cultural Communication & Negotiation
Entrepreneurship & Business Development
Project Management
Training & Mentoring
Creative Problem Solving
Professional Experience

Entrepreneur & Artist | Southeast Asia (Cambodia, Vietnam, Japan, Thailand) | 2014 - Present

Owner-Operator, Art Gallery NOMADI (Vietnam): Managed all aspects of an artist collective and exhibition space.
Online Culinary Arts Educator/Entertainer: Produced and hosted online cooking shows.

Independent Journalist & Artist: Created visual and written content across Southeast Asia.
Golf Coach (International): Provided golf instruction in various Asian locations.
News Editor | Gannett Corporation (Military Times) | Virginia, USA | 2005 - 2006

Managed news production for a military publication.

Owner-Operator | Art Gallery Bella Pacifica | California, USA | 2004 - 2005

Established and managed an art gallery, curating exhibitions.
United States Marine Corps | Various International Leadership Roles | 1991 - 2005

Photography Chief (USA): Led a team of photojournalists for military publications.
Operations Chief (Japan): Planned public affairs strategies for multinational exercises in the Asia-Pacific.
Managing Editor (Japan): Directed the production of a military newspaper.
Community Relations Chief (USA): Liaised with community organizations and military officials.
Operations & Plans Chief (USA): Coordinated public affairs for international operations.
Director of Marketing & Advertising (USA): Managed regional marketing campaigns.
Media Relations Specialist, Broadcast Journalist, Correspondent (USA): Engaged in news gathering and media liaison.

Education

Monash University | Melbourne, Australia | 2022

Syracuse University S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications | New York, USA | Visual Journalism Studies | 1999 - 2000

Defense Information School | Fort Meade, Maryland, USA | Journalism & Public Affairs Courses | 1994 - 1998

Extensive Military Education & Training

Awards & Recognition

Columbia School of Journalism: 1st Place for Magazine Design
USMC Combat Correspondents Association: Multiple Distinguished Performance Awards (Photography & Writing)
NIKON USA/Leatherneck Magazine: Lou Lowery Award

Affiliations & Volunteer Work

Life Member: Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars

Volunteer: Community initiatives in Vietnam and Cambodia (COVID relief, sports coaching, language instruction)

References available upon request.