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I’m Nicola Bray, a media arts graduate and video editor with a strong passion for storytelling through film, journalism-style news editing, and creative content. I’ve taught myself industry-standard editing tools and built skills across timeline editing, colour grading, sound/video effects, scripting, and on-camera interview support.
I’ve worked with teams in fast-paced environments—editing for ABC/AB C News, contributing to documentary and web content, and collaborating on film projects and competitions. I also bring a focus on accessibility and communication, supported by my creative industry work with the Australian Government’s Youth Advisory Group.
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Work Experience
ABC News Editor - casual at ABC News (casual)
January 1, 2025 - PresentEdited news content as part of a journalism and news editing fellowship/job. Worked successfully under time pressure, coordinated with journalists and producers, communicated with different ABC stations across multiple states, and supported the news editing workflow to meet broadcast/content deadlines.
ABC News Editor - Casual at ABC News
January 1, 2025 - PresentIn 2025, I was awarded a fellowship to learn journalism and news editing, followed by a casual role editing for the news. This position helped refine my ability to work under tight deadlines, coordinate with journalists and producers, and communicate effectively with multiple ABC stations across states.
Creative Industries Youth Advisory Group member - part time at Australian Government (Office for Youth)
February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026Worked with the Office for Youth in the Australian Government in the Creative Industries sector. Attended meetings via Microsoft Teams and travelled to Canberra for in-person sessions. Contributed to outcomes including a letter submitted to the Albanese Government describing experiences in education and recommending enhancements to arts education for primary and secondary students across Australia.
Retail Volunteer at Red Cross Op Shop
February 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Manned the frontline, handled money, provided customer service, and maintained store tidiness. I also covered last-minute emergencies as needed.
Creative Industries Youth Advisory Group Member - Part Time at Office for Youth, Australian Government
February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026Worked closely with the Office for Youth in the Creative Industries sector. Attended Microsoft Teams meetings and travelled to Canberra for in-person meetings. Our work contributed to a letter to the Aboriginal Government aimed at enhancing arts education for primary and secondary students across Australia.
Editor (48 Hour Film Competition) - team member at 48 Hour Film Competition
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Edited a short film produced within a rapid competition timeframe. Cut and placed team footage into a timeline, completed colour grading, and added sound and video effects aligned to the film’s themes. Built networking skills, used a video transcoder for some clips, and collaborated closely with the director to match the team vision.
ABC documentary - casual (International Day of People With Disabilities project) at ABC (casual)
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Worked with ABC on the International Day of People With Disabilities project. Wrote script for both a long and short-form documentary about stroke, wrote an article published on the ABC website, and supported/observed the editing process. Gained skills in writing for broadcast, data wrangling for film clips, and developing interview questions and on-camera interview participation.
Adelaide 48 Hour Film Competition - Team Member at Adelaide 48 Hour Film Competition
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Joined a team as the editor for a short film. I cut and arranged clips, performed color grading, and added sound and visual effects to enhance the film. I also leveraged my networking skills to coordinate with the director and team members.
ABC Documentary - Casual at ABC
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024In 2024, I worked with ABC on an International Day of People with Disabilities project. I wrote scripts for both a long and short-form documentary about my stroke, authored an article published on the ABC website, and conducted on-camera interviews while handling data wrangling for film clips.
Placement student (media editing support) at Channel 44 (ABC building) - Flinders University placement
August 17, 2023 - December 9, 2023Completed placement at Channel 44 in the ABC building. Edited promotional material and promos, added watermarks, reviewed news episodes for brand/language/content compliance, moved and organised files into correct folders, and tracked assets in an Excel spreadsheet.
Channel 44 - Part Time at Channel 44
August 17, 2023 - December 9, 2023Worked on promos, added watermarks, reviewed new episodes for branding and language compliance, and managed file organization and submission processes.
Content contributor (stroke-related project contract) at Champion Health Agency (contracted)
February 16, 2023 - February 16, 2025Worked under contract to produce stroke-related content. Wrote an article for Women with Disabilities Australia and participated in related photoshoots.
Contracted Content Creator at Champion Health Agency
February 16, 2023 - February 16, 2025Wrote an article for Women with Disabilities Australia and participated in photoshoots as part of contracted work.
Editor/Director/Producer/Writer (Focus on Ability Film Festival project) at Focus on Ability Film Festival (project Malformation)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Created a short film about stroke called 'Malfor(mation)' for the Focus on Ability Film Festival. Managed end-to-end creative work including editing, directing, producing, writing, and significant camera work. The film was selected as a top five choice in the Nova Employment Choice Award.
Top Five Recipient - Focus on Ability Film Festival at Focus on Ability Film Festival
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Created a short film about my stroke, Malformation, which I directed, produced, and shot. The film was recognized as a top five entry.
Media manager / Client liaison manager (contracted) at New Generation Support
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024Assisted CEO Niamh Anay with videos for placement on social media profiles. Helped develop a website and advised on accessibility improvements for clients with disabilities served by the business.
Media Manager / Client Liaison - New Generation Support at New Generation Support
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024Collaborated with CEO Niamh Anaya to produce videos for social media, helped develop a website, and advised on accessibility improvements for clients with disabilities.
Digital content creator at Genyus Stroke Foundation
August 11, 2022 - January 24, 2023Created and edited educational and promotional digital content for Genyus Stroke Foundation. Edited multiple educational videos for social media, lightly colour graded content to match the company look, and participated in promotional media. Was interviewed multiple times for educational videos and advised the founder on accessibility as they developed a website strategy rather than relying solely on social media. Also supported hosted support groups, focusing on inclusive facilitation and ensuring guests feel heard.
Digital Content Creator at Genyus - The Stroke Foundation
August 11, 2022 - January 24, 2023Edited educational videos, contributed to social media content, and was interviewed multiple times for educational content. Also provided input on accessibility when transitioning to a dedicated website.
Camera operator / Sound check / Script input (Employ Me project) at Brain Injury SA (Employ Me project)
May 8, 2022 - November 24, 2022Worked on Brain Injury SA’s Employ Me project in 2022 where people with brain injuries were filmed sharing their stories and reasons they should be employed. Served as one of three camera operators, performed sound checks, and contributed ideas toward participants’ scripts. Also participated as an interview subject, formulating answers on request and responding in real time.
Employ Me Project - Video Production at Brain Injury SA
May 8, 2022 - November 24, 2022Filmed participants sharing their stories, acted as one of three camera operators, performed sound checks, and helped develop scripts. I also participated in an on-camera interview.
Set Up Staff at Windy Point Restaurant
February 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018Set up dining area, polished cutlery and plates, and supported the team in delivering guest experiences. This role developed workplace communication and teamwork.
Library Assistant at Blackwood Library
April 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018Interacted with a diverse range of patrons and learned many aspects of the library system.
Education
Bachelor of Media Arts at Flinders University
March 1, 2020 - December 1, 2024High School at Mitcham Girls High School
January 1, 2014 - November 1, 2018Bachelor of Media Arts at Flinders University
March 1, 2020 - December 1, 2024 at Mitcham Girls High School
January 1, 2014 - November 1, 2018Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Healthcare, Retail
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