👋 Hi, I'm Matt.

I am a product builder, entrepreneur, DJ, and artist in New York City. My happy place is playing at the intersection of technology, art, and learning.

“Play is the highest form of research” — N. V. Scarfe, Play is Education, 1962.

🛠️ Work

Currently, I'm exploring new product opportunities, with a focus on AI and creator tools.

Over 9 years at Meta, I led teams and built products like Facebook Profile, Instagram Shopping, Facebook Watch, and Horizon Workrooms, a VR-first platform for collaboration and productivity.

Previously, I served as VP of Product at Splice, building tools and services for musicians. I also co-founded Miso TV (acquired by Viggle).

In a prior life, I designed hardware and software for the Atlas V Launch Vehicle (rocket) and Mars Phoenix Lander (spacecraft).

🧩 Play

I DJ and produce electronic music. You can find my mixsets, sketches, and songs on SoundCloud.

I also create art and experiences with House of Maslow, a Burning Man camp and art collective I co-founded in 2015.

When time allows, I hike, snowboard, kiteboard, race cars, and modify trucks for off-road expeditions.

🤝 Contact

I'm bad at email, but you can reach me at mpakes@gmail.com.

Or elsewhere on the internet...