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Film, TV  &  Video

'George Kabot - Graphic Artist on Thor Ragnarok, Aquaman, Pirates of the Caribbean & Narnia' Documentary

My first Writing, Directing & Editing gig at Film School was to interview the wonderful, talented, gracious & prolific George Kabot for my first Documentary.

'Afloat' Music Video

My second Directing, Writing & Editing experience at Film School was to create an Award Winning Music Video to accompany the talented Kyla Bayley's song 'Afloat'. This was a deep dive (no pun intended!) into a wide range of shooting experiences, including underwater filming, remote locations, drone footage & double-speed lip syncing (on a beach, walking backwards for my amazing camera team).

'You're Not Welcome Here' Short Film

I was Producer on the Short Film by creative & inspired Director & Writer Samuel Craig  - starring the amazing & talented Diego Pereira.
Diego & I created a Portuguese Version for his family back home in Brazil.

'Cool Baby' Music Video - Song Written & Recorded by RMNCR & Music Video Directed & Written by Hannah Smith

I worked with the highly talented Hannah Smith & RMNCR as 1st AD on the music video for 'Cool Baby' - shot at Spine Street Studios in Brisbane. Amazing crew & song.

'The Empyrean' Short Film

I had another chance to 1st AD for the incredible Hannah Smith on the set of the multi Award Winning 'The Empyrean' - which she Wrote & Directed. It has an amazing array of talented cast & crew, including the vibrant & brilliant Lakota Johnson.

VMP - Video Production Company

I was a Contracted Producer, Director & Writer at the wonderful VMP in Brisbane - and gained so much from the experience. I worked on several large & complex projects - which included animation, screen capture, live filming, remote locations, green screen & client liaison. I also filled other roles on other projects as needed.

'Solicit' Short Film

I was Production Designer on the short film 'Solicit' - filmed on location in the bush & other locations. The film was Written & Directed by Shale Sutherland & Starred the fabulous Mitchell Bourke.

Live Sports Coverage

I had the opportunity to film livestreaming hockey matches in Brisbane - very fast-paced camera work!

Greenlight Film Festival

I coordinated the Greenlight Film Festival in collaboration with Brian Vining, Chenaya Aston & TAFE Queensland - which took place at Dendy Cinemas in Brisbane.

Screen Writing Experience

I wrote the scripts for the Feature Film 'Violet, A Love Story Across Lifetimes; 'A Tale of Two Psyches'; the Documentary 'George Kabot - Graphic Artist; & 'The Portal'.
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Various Roles on Multiple Projects

I've been 1st & 2nd AD on various shoots, as well as other roles as needed - including Documentaries, Music Videos, Commercial Shoots & Music Industry Programs.

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