Author Biography

Matt Kidd
Matt is the founder and director of GETREKT. Formerly head of Marketing at Game (creating grassroots esports communities through Belong Arenas), Matt’s passion for broadcast design led to the creation of what is now the market leader in live stream innovation.
GETREKT was founded to support content creators in their journey to higher production value and the most engaging live streams on Twitch & YouTube. Having worked with over 750 content creators in our formative years, GETREKT now works primarily with the world’s leading publishers, brands, agencies & esports organisations to create high impact campaigns across the globe.
Matt is qualified through Cambridge Marketing College and has extensive experience across new & established technology businesses ranging from spinal surgery innovation to Europe’s biggest game retailer.
With a degree in Marine Biology, Matt spends most of his downtime exploring the ocean, chasing sharks and travelling the world ticking off his marine species photography list & when he’s above land spends time with his sassy Chow Chow Mara & relaxes playing story led games where he can escape from the daily grind.
About
Specialty
Business Development
& Motion Design
Founded GETREKT
2017
“I’m really proud of what we’ve accomplished at GETREKT and we’re just getting started. We’ve assembled a small but passionate team with possibly the most condensed, combined skillset you’ll find in an agency. I can’t wait to see where GETREKT takes us in 2025 & beyond.”