Story first. People always.

With over fifteen years in film production and design, I work with a small, trusted team to craft human-centred stories for NGOs, public-sector organisations and commercial clients.

I produce documentary and commercial films, photography and print/digital design with a considered, story-led approach. From one-off films to larger, cross-platform campaigns, I work with clients across regions and bring a genuine international reach to each project.

DOCUMENTARY, PURPOSE‑LED BRAND FILMS
SUPPORTED BY MULTIDISCIPLINARY DESIGN

CULTIVATING CHANGE

CULTIVATING CHANGE (2023)
SHOOT LOCATION:
Nepal
POST PRODUCTION: Australia

Mithila Wildlife Trust

This short documentary explores the work of the Mithila Wildlife Trust, focusing on efforts to restore biodiversity and strengthen local communities in the southern plains of Nepal. Narrated by Dev Narayan Mandal, the film follows his journey as he leads initiatives in reforestation and education, addressing environmental degradation and raising awareness in an often-overlooked region.

BIOSECURITY

8 PART VIDEO SERIES
SHOOT LOCATION:
Australia
POST PRODUCTION: Australia

Agriculture Victoria ⌁ VIEW FULL SERIES

This is part of an eight-part video series for Agriculture Victoria highlights the collaborative efforts of industry, community, and government to safeguard Victoria from the threats posed by pests and diseases. Working closely with industry leaders and gaining insights from their expertise was a true highlight of producing this campaign.

DAKAR AT DAYBREAK

EXPERIMENTATION (2025)
SHOOT LOCATION:
Saudi Arabia
POST PRODUCTION: Saudi Arabia

Personal Growth ⌁ MORE ON INSTAGRAM

Experimentation is vital for growth as a filmmaker and for crafting stories with authenticity. These short films are about honing my craft and exploring new techniques.

GOALS: Improving my skill at tracking moving targets with manual focus while also gaining a deeper technical understanding of the Dakar to support future projects.

THE QUIET FRONTIER

THE QUIET FRONTIER (2023)
SHOOT LOCATION:
 Svalbard
POST PRODUCTION: Australia

Personal Growth ⌁ MORE ON INSTAGRAM

Experimentation is vital for growth as a filmmaker and for crafting stories with authenticity. These short films are about honing my craft and exploring new techniques.

GOALS: Exploring aspect ratios and lens choices. Also a real test on packing light yet with the right gear to get the needed coverage.

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About

I’m an Australian–New Zealand documentary filmmaker and DP. Most of my work sits where human stories, field production and strong visual craft meet. Over the past fifteen or so years I have worked across public health, community development, education and wider social impact, helping partners turn complex, real-world work into cinematic, grounded visuals that people can actually connect with.

I work across film, photography and print and digital design. Along the way I have produced work for UN agencies including the World Health Organization, the Red Cross and other international NGOs, First Nations organisations and Australian government departments as well as commercial clients. That has taken me from Russia and Uzbekistan to the Arctic, Saudi Arabia, Nepal and back home in Australia, often working in remote or otherwise challenging settings. The aim is the same each time: put people at the centre and deliver work that support real-world impact.

PHOTO STORIES

THE QUIET FRONTIER

Pyramiden - Soviet coal mining settlement on the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard

VICTORY DAY

CROWDS AT MOSCOW'S VICTORY DAY PARADE (2019)

FORGOTTEN SOVIET JETS

AVIATION HISTORY PUT OUT TO PASTURE

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