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MATT DILLON DRIKAS
RODEO ANNOUNCER · BROADCASTER · ACTOR · STORYTELLER
THE VOICE OF
THE WESTERN
STORY.
Bringing the history, traditions, people, and future of the American West to audiences inside and outside the arena.
Based in Weatherford, Texas. Available throughout the United States and Canada. Other international travel considered case by case.
RODEO / BROADCAST / FILM / STORYTELLING 01—06
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WATCH MATT IN ACTION50 SECONDS / SELECTED WORK
SEE IT.
HEAR IT.
FEEL IT.
A quick look at Matt on location, behind the microphone, and on camera. Explore the full clips below.
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OUR STORY / OUR RESPONSIBILITYPAST · PRESENT · FUTURE
“Our story didn't end with the cowboys who came before us. It's being written every day, and it's our responsibility to make sure the next generation gets to hear it.”
MATT DILLON DRIKAS THE VOICE OF THE WESTERN STORY
01 / LIVE EVENTSMORE THAN A NAME CALLER
THE ARENA
IS ALIVE.
MAKE 'EM
FEEL IT.
Some announcers tell the crowd what's happening. Matt makes them feel what's coming.
From the first note of grand entry to the last gate swinging open, great announcing means reading the arena, building the story, honoring the competitors and stock, and giving the crowd a reason to lean forward.
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ON LOCATION / INTERVIEWS & STORYTELLING
02 / MEDIA & PARTNERSHIPSREAL STORIES. REAL AUDIENCES.
THE STORY
DOESN'T END
AT THE GATE.
Bring your event or brand into the conversation—before, during, and after the arena lights come on.
Original western sports storytelling, on-camera hosting, branded content, event promotion, interviews, and select brand partnerships.
1–2M
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KEYNOTE SPEAKINGAUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT · LIVE EVENTS
DON'T JUST
FILL A ROOM.
MOVE IT.
BEYOND THE MICROPHONE. BEHIND THE BUSINESS.
A great event doesn't happen by accident. Matt brings firsthand experience as an announcer, broadcaster, event producer, rodeo official, and Western sports professional. He understands what it takes to build the show, engage the crowd, deliver value to sponsors, and keep audiences coming back.
His keynotes and presentations give companies, event producers, associations, and rodeo committees practical insight into fan activation, audience engagement, event production, sponsorship strategy, and the business of live entertainment.
INQUIRE ABOUT SPEAKING ↗03 / ON CAMERAFILM · TELEVISION · COMMERCIAL
THE CAMERA
SEES EVERYTHING.
Authenticity isn't something you put on when someone calls action.
Matt brings lived experience in military service, western sports, and live performance to screen work. Explore Matt’s screen credits, casting materials, and current acting résumé through IMDb and Actors Access.
FEATURED COMMERCIAL CREDIT
LifeShare Oklahoma
Lead Actor & Voiceover · Commercial
Commercial portfolio sample supplied by Matt Dillon Drikas.
SELECTED SCREEN WORK
CASTING INQUIRIES ↗- Lioness — JSOC Commander Gen Green · Seasons 2 & 3
- 1923 / Yellowstone — Stunt Rider
- Lawmen: Bass Reeves — Deputy U.S. Marshal
- LifeShare Legacy — Lead · Commercial
Selected credits from Matt’s Actors Access résumé.
HEADSHOTS / CASTING MATERIALSCASTING MATERIALS
HEADSHOTS.
SCREEN WORK.
Three casting portraits. Explore the full gallery for character photos and production moments.
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BEHIND THE SCENES / WESTERN SPORTS
04 / THE MAN BEHIND THE MICBUILT ON EXPERIENCE
NOT JUST
THE VOICE.
THE LIFE.
The Western story is bigger than one arena, one generation, or one voice.
Matt Dillon Drikas is a rodeo announcer, broadcaster, actor, and storyteller. His experience as a bull rider, rodeo producer, judge, stock contractor, and U.S. Army veteran gives him a firsthand understanding of the people and traditions behind the Western way of life.
He understands the athletes, the livestock, the people behind the chutes, and the split-second moments that make a crowd remember a night for years.
WORK WITH MATT ↗DOWNLOAD THE MEDIA KIT (PDF) ↗IN THE FIELDREAL MOMENTS. REAL WORK.
05 / WATCH & FOLLOWTHE STORY IS ALWAYS MOVING
GET CLOSER
TO THE ACTION.
New stories, behind-the-scenes footage, arena moments, and original western sports content. Watch Matt opening the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo for From the Arena on WPS+.
FEATURED BROADCAST
From the Arena — Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
On-camera opening · WPS+
BROADCASTING & INTERVIEWSSELECTED VIDEO WORK
Stetson Wright — High School Rodeo Story
Short-form Western sports storytelling feature
From the Arena — Ride for Redemption
2024 PBR World Finals · On-location feature
Joe Beaver — Kid Rock’s Rock N Rodeo
Interview with eight-time world champion Joe Beaver, coach of Team Jokers
06 / LET'S MAKE IT HAPPENBOOKINGS & BUSINESS INQUIRIES
LET'S MAKE
SOME NOISE.
Booking an announcer? Planning an event? Building a western brand campaign? Tell Matt what you've got in mind.
Based in Weatherford, Texas. Available throughout the United States and Canada. Other international travel considered case by case.
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