Matthew Kok

Junior Content Developer

After growing up in the Philadelphia area, I have been fortunate to live in places like Toronto, Boston, Vancouver, Sioux Center, San Diego and Manapouri, New Zealand. Following a recent move to Juneau to be near my partner’s family, I am grateful for every moment I’ve spent exploring Lingít Aaní.

With a BFA in creative writing, I moved into freelance journalism in the sphere of wilderness culture while branching into brand marketing for small outdoor companies. My background in poetry and creative nonfiction makes me a concise, intentional writer with a hunger for heartfelt human stories.

As a Junior Content Developer, I write copy across various mediums which hooks readers and offers them substance beyond the surface level. To create at the highest possible level, I listen first, forming meaningful connections with Cedar’s clients.

prancing poet
hilarious hiker
cheeky chef
In my spare time, I am self-publishing a poetry book as I continue work on other personal writing projects. I have loved tapping in with the Juneau LGBTQ2S+ community since my arrival and, as a thru-hiker, I've walked over 4,000 miles across the lower 48.