Optus Bouy Bounces Away With SXSW Award

Matt Porter is a seasoned communications specialist A vastly experienced New Zealand-born, New South Wales-based journalist and public relations strategist, Matt brings a broad skill set to the table. He cut his teeth in journalism 12 years ago working for a busy Fairfax-owned daily newspaper covering everything from health and welfare and criminal court to sport. Following a stint playing semi professional rugby in Ireland, he landed in Sydney to embark on a four-month contract as an online editor for the official website for the 2003 Rugby World. He then entered the world of magazines for a Sydney-based publisher rising to associate publisher on a suite of five business titles and then editor of flagship title, AdNews. In May 2010 Matt joined his wife's start-up communications business – TraceAbility and the world of PR. He made a rollicking start, landing one of Australia's largest and most successful advertising agencies - M&C Saatchi, as founding client. Matt has added two Sydney-based media companies to his client roster in addition to a number of freelance writing projects. He also secured a regular gig sub editing ACP Magazines' substantial rugby properties including all Rugby World Cup 2011 match-day programs and tournament guides plus 2011 Super 15 Waratahs' match-day programs.