Bridging the Worlds of Advertising & Music with Energy, Strategy, and Passion
Matt Silliman is a force of creativity, seamlessly blending high-impact advertising production with the electrifying energy of house and techno music. With a career that spans two dynamic industries, he has mastered the art of storytelling—whether through brand-driven content or soul-moving beats on the dance floor.
The Advertising Leader: Scalable Production & Creative Impact
As Head of Production at Trade School Agency, Matt leads content production for some of the world’s biggest brands, ensuring that every campaign delivers maximum creative impact without unnecessary costs. His expertise lies in:
Integrated campaign production – TV, digital, social & branded content
Efficient, scalable production models – balancing budget, creativity & quality
Creative storytelling that drives brand engagement & audience connection
With over a decade of experience, Matt has built a reputation for being a strategic problem-solver, ensuring that brands get high-quality content, on time and on budget. From leading large-scale commercial shoots to pioneering cost-saving solutions for digital storytelling, he is always ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving industry.
🎧 The DJ & Music Producer: Atlanta’s House Music Veteran
Beyond the production world, Matt is a legend in Atlanta’s house music scene, bringing over 20 years of high-energy performances and event production. Known as Starboy in the '90s and early 2000s, his electrifying sets earned him residencies at iconic venues like Eleven 50, Karma, and Compound, along with bookings at Mansion in Miami, Twilo in NYC, and Red Rocks in Colorado.
After stepping away to build his advertising career, the pandemic reignited his passion for DJing. Today, Matt is back, playing at Atlanta hotspots like District Nightclub, El Malo, and Palo Santo, alongside music legends like Dombresky, Anabel Englund, Benny Benassi, Mark Farina, and Louie Vega.
Key Projects & Events:
Captains of Revelry – Co-founder of an Atlanta-based house music event collective
Feelgood in the Park Festival – Co-producer of Atlanta’s premier outdoor house music festival
Beats on the Lake – Creator of a charity-driven boat party event benefiting GiGi’s Playhouse
Whether it’s producing national ad campaigns or throwing unforgettable house music events, Matt brings the same energy: passion, precision, and an instinct for what truly moves people.
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Some articles I am featured in & some of my musings
Rebel Canvas - Meet Matt Silliman - Head of Production - Trade School.
Matt Silliman - Advertising Executive, DJ and Event Producer
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