Sector Leads and Advisory Committees  /   Amy Matysio

Amy Matysio

Program Manager,
Level UP! Screen-based Media Industries sector

Amy Matysio is an award-winning actor, writer, host and creative producer who has captivated audiences for over two decades. She has earned acclaim on stage with renowned companies such as the National Arts Centre, Northern Light Theatre, and Young People’s Theatre (Dora Award), with standout performances in The Syringa Tree (Globe Theatre) and the recent world premiere of The Bidding War (Crows Theatre). Matysio’s screen credits include genre hits WolfCop and its sequel, CSA-nominated performances in Save Me and Runnng with Violet, and appearances in Sort Of, Hudson and Rex and the feature film Die Alone. Named one of Playback’s Ten to Watch and CBC’s Future 40, in 2020 she was honored with the University of Regina’s Distinguished Alumni Award (Media, Art & Performance). A passionate advocate for creative workers, Matysio serves as a Vice President of ACTRA Toronto, and is the project manager for Balancing Act’s screen-based media expansion of Level UP!. She’s also a proud mama to her son Jagger.