About Matt

Matthew Beck has spent most of his life living in South Portland. He grew up on Long Island, New York, and he and his wife Denise graduated from the State University of New York at Binghamton in the early 80’s. They moved to Maine in 1987 when Matt was hired by WGME-TV, Channel 13 and a Television Producer and Director. While there, he received numerous awards for his work on news, sports, public affairs, and special programming including more than a dozen telethons for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the Children’s Miracle Network at Maine Medical Center. 

In 2006, he started a new career as a Union Organizer with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Matt drove the highways and byways of Maine and New Hampshire to meet with workers who wanted to build better lives for themselves and their families by joining a union. He also spent countless hours promoting legislative efforts in both states to improve the lives of working class people.

Matt and Denise moved into their South Portland home just before the birth of their first son in 1991 and have lived there ever since. Their oldest son was followed by twin boys three years later and they all thrived in the South Portland public school system. The Becks love their neighborhood and community. They have seen it go through so many changes but wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.

When they’re not taking a walk down to Willard Beach or just around Meetinghouse Hill, they enjoy spending time with their friends, attending concerts and traveling (but they try to never leave Maine during the summer if they can help it). Matt is also an avid hiker and has collected vinyl records since he was a teenager. With any free time that remains, Matt especially likes showing up for people and causes where he feels he can make a difference.

Professional Experience and Community Involvement

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Union Organizer

Portland Water District, Trustee

WGME-TV 13, Producer/Director

South Portland Democratic Committee, Chair and Caucus Convener

Southern Maine Labor Council, AFL-CIO, Delegate

Maine AFL-CIO Legislative Committee, Co-Chair

“We know Matt Beck will be an excellent State Representative for South Portland.
That’s why we’re voting for him in the Special Election on Tuesday, March 5th.”

Tom and Dee Dee Blake
Former South Portland Mayor and Firefighter. Owner of the Little People’s Day Care in Ferry Village for 29 Years