Benjamin Hunter
Gold Coast ,NONE
Summary
I am a passionate corporate creative with a solid grounding in industry experience. My work to date has left me well-versed in managing end-to-end production processes for a range of creative content types. My freelance work has developed strong skills as a self-starter, while in the corporate area I have worked inside a full-service art department and coordinated daily with a range of business specialists. I pride myself in being organized and have a strong work ethic.
Creatively, I enjoy bringing together color, sound, emotions, and energy to produce innovative creative solutions that deliver strong and catching messages.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer/ Photographer Intermediate
Writer's Toolbox
Auckland/ Brisbane , NONE
07.2019 - Current
- Prepared for shoots by conferring with directors, technicians and other crew members about assignment specifications.
- Edited footage from chronological production order into story format and added effects using Adobe Suite and other editing tools.
- Managed development of content plans and overall message.
- Provided on-site and on-location filming services by setting up lighting and audio and resolving technical issues.
- Managed and instructed team and crews during live streams.
Freelance Videographer/ Photographer ( Retainer) )
Ye Media
Brisbane, Qld
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Communicated with clients
- Came up with concepts/produce storyboards
- Shot video and photo on location
- Edited content
- Produced short phone reels for social media
Freelance Photographer
Self-employed and contract work
AUCKLAND, NONE
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
- Cropped, manipulated and performed color balance for final images.
- Photographed special events, parties and portraits.
- Worked with design team to align photography with project specifications.
Security Officer
Blade Security
AUCKLAND, NONE
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly, deescalated high-risk situations, and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
Customer Service Representative
Business Website Group
AUCKLAND, NONE
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
- Set and exceeded sales goals and KPIs for marketing campaigns.
- Provided near real-time price quotes for website SEO Google ads and marketing campaigns.
- Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
- Employed cold calling, prospecting and networking to land new customers and penetrate new markets.
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
Education
Diploma - Directing And Theatrical Production
The Australian Film Television And Radio School
Sydney, NSW12-2023
Bachelor of Communication - Digital Communication, Photography, Audio
AUT Auckland University of Technology
Auckland06.2022
High School Diploma -
St Paul's Collegiate
Hamilton, New Zealand11.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Color Correction
UDEMY
AucklandCertificate - Stabilisation And Fly Cam Op
Lemac
Sydney06-2023
Skills
- Creative solutions to technical and brand challenges
- Storytelling and narrative portrayal
- Strong work ethic, integrity, and works well under pressure
- Team leadership
Hobbies and Interests
- High-performance sport, running, boxing, strength training
- Music production, especially Jazz
- Reading for relaxation and development
Affiliations
Relevant Brands I Have worked with.
Panni's
Rack City Pool Hall
Leonardo pizzeria
Blowfish Ocean Grill + Bar
Ollies Expresso Bar
Mexicali Fresh
FoodStuffs nz
Other Brands you might Know
Porsche Racing New Zealand
Los Angeles National History Museum
Ray White
MudBrick Vineyard
And many more
Nightclubs (many)
Timeline
Freelance Videographer/ Photographer ( Retainer) )
Ye Media
01.2023 - 01.2024
Freelance Photographer
Self-employed and contract work
01.2021 - 07.2022
Videographer/ Photographer Intermediate
Writer's Toolbox
07.2019 - Current
Security Officer
Blade Security
01.2018 - 07.2020
Customer Service Representative
Business Website Group
01.2018 - 07.2019
Diploma - Directing And Theatrical Production
The Australian Film Television And Radio School
Bachelor of Communication - Digital Communication, Photography, Audio
AUT Auckland University of Technology
High School Diploma -
St Paul's Collegiate
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Color Correction
UDEMY
Certificate - Stabilisation And Fly Cam Op
Lemac
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