MEET THE FILM CREW

Miles of Kindness is produced by Matt Payne Media.

Matt payne

Matt Payne is a multi-Emmy-winning filmmaker, screenwriter, and civic leader based in Oklahoma City, whose work spans film, photography, writing, and cultural leadership. He began his career in Los Angeles writing for network television, developing scripts for series including The Defenders (CBS), Memphis Beat (TNT), and Vegas (CBS), and working on productions such as 24 (FOX) and Without a Trace (CBS).

He now leads Matt Payne Media, directing films and campaigns for organizations including the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, INTEGRIS Health, and Simple Modern. Payne’s work as a photographer and travel journalist—featured in National Geographic Traveler—alongside his extensive civic leadership, reflects a commitment to storytelling that shapes culture, builds connection, and drives impact.

Founder, Matt Payne Media

Clarissa cozoni

Clarissa Cozzoni is an Emmy and award-winning producer, director, and SAG-E actress. Clarissa's work spans national commercials to feature films such as MINDING YOUR BUSINESS (Apple TV, Prime) KING IVORY (Prime), and THE LINE (Hulu).

Her directorial pieces have screened across the globe at festivals like LA Women's Film Festival, deadCenter, Filmapalooza, and FP Arts Short Film Festival to name a few.

Cozzoni is an instructor at the Actor Factory in Norman, OK where she teaches courses including Audition for Film & Television, Intro to Screenwriting, and Cold Reading. She holds her BFA in Acting and Dramaturgy from the University of Oklahoma. Clarissa spends her free time volunteering with the Dragonfly Home in Oklahoma City.

Producer, Matt Payne Media