Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Hutchinson spent his early years living in 16 different countries with his missionary mother, Patricia. From St Kilda to Stockholm, Oslo to Oahu, Moscow to Mexico City.

In 2000 Hutchinson moved to Los Angeles and studied drama under Stan Roth.

Hutchinson is also the front-man of the psychedelic/noise rock band Our Mountain, whom are a three piece act from Melbourne, Australia. The band relocated to New York City in September 2009 and have been based there since. Their debut album "proud tales to them of us" was released through Warner Music in March 2007. Our Mountain's intense live shows has secured them an impressive touring roster in both Australia and North America on top of playing most of the Australian festival circuit including The Great Escape, Homebake and Falls Festival, sharing stages with the likes of Kings of Leon, Black Rebel Motorcycle club, Groove Amada, Silver Chair and The Slits to name a few.