Hi, I’m Ethan Idris, a freelance musician, producer and DJ based in Wellington, New Zealand. I perform at clubs, bars, weddings and events across the Wellington region, and I collaborate with other artists to produce music for various projects. In September 2025 I left my day job at the Ministry of Justice to pursue the feeling I get from creating music full-time and to totally commit to the craft. I have a strong track record of performance, collaboration and event coordination, along with a background in residential life and registry work. I’m always learning, comfortable with teamwork, and eager to bring my passion for music and creativity to new projects.

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Hi, I’m Ethan Idris, a freelance musician, producer and DJ based in Wellington, New Zealand. I perform at clubs, bars, weddings and events across the Wellington region, and I collaborate with other artists to produce music for various projects. In September 2025 I left my day job at the Ministry of Justice to pursue the feeling I get from creating music full-time and to totally commit to the craft. I have a strong track record of performance, collaboration and event coordination, along with a background in residential life and registry work. I’m always learning, comfortable with teamwork, and eager to bring my passion for music and creativity to new projects.

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Hi, I’m Ethan Idris, a freelance musician, producer and DJ based in Wellington, New Zealand. I perform at clubs, bars, weddings and events across the Wellington region, and I collaborate with other artists to produce music for various projects. In September 2025 I left my day job at the Ministry of Justice to pursue the feeling I get from creating music full-time and to totally commit to the craft.

I have a strong track record of performance, collaboration and event coordination, along with a background in residential life and registry work. I’m always learning, comfortable with teamwork, and eager to bring my passion for music and creativity to new projects.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Musician (Producer/DJ) at Self-employed
September 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance DJ and music producer performing at clubs, bars, weddings and parties across the Wellington region; creating music both solo and in collaboration with other artists for various projects.
Registry Officer – Central Registry at Ministry of Justice, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Processing various court applications in Civil Proceedings & Civil Enforcement departments, plus training other departments in multiple work streams.
Registry Officer – National Registry at Ministry of Justice, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Responding to calls related to Criminal, Family, Civil, Disputes and Tenancy Courts & Tribunals matters as well as general Ministry of Justice inquiries; took on additional responsibilities including Fines & Criminal Record checks.
Residential Life Officer at Massey Halls, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
January 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Pastoral Care, Conflict Resolution and Event Coordination managing a team of Residential Assistants and residents; coordination of on-call duties and responses to incidents.
Residential Assistant at Massey Halls, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
February 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Pastoral Care, Conflict Resolution and Event Coordination for houses of 30–40 residents; additional on-call duty hours responding to incidents.
Caregiver at Waiapu Kids School’s Out Childcare, Whakatāne
August 1, 2017 - January 31, 2019
Looking after and entertaining school children aged 5-12 after school; organizing and attending events for the school holiday programme.
Music Producer / DJ at Self-employed
September 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance DJ and music producer performing at clubs, bars, weddings and parties across the Wellington region; produces music solo and with other artists for various projects.
Registry Officer at Ministry of Justice, Te Whanganui-a-Tara - Central Registry
August 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Processing various court applications in Civil Proceedings & Civil Enforcement; training other departments in multiple work streams.
National Registry Officer at Ministry of Justice, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
August 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
Responding to calls related to Criminal, Family, Civil, Disputes and Tenancy Courts & Tribunals matters as well as general Ministry of Justice inquiries; additional responsibilities including Fines & Criminal Records checks.
Caregiver at Waiaapu Kids School’s Out Childcare, Whakatane
August 1, 2017 - January 31, 2019
Looking after and entertaining school children aged 5-12 after school; organizing and attending events for the school holiday programme.
Music Producer / DJ at Monster Cat Records
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Winner of Monster Cat Records’ International Mix Contest 2022; hosted multiple radio/podcast episodes for Monster Cat Records; regular DJ at club and corporate events including contract work with HYPE Entertainment and as part of the Groove Set Whānau.

Education

Bachelor of Commercial Music, Major in Technology at Massey University, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
February 1, 2019 - December 1, 2021
Bachelor of Commercial Music (Major in Technology) at Massey University, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
February 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
NCEA Levels 1-3 with Excellence in Music at Whakatane High School
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor of Commercial Music at Massey University, Te Whanganui-a-Tara
February 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
NCEA Levels 1-3 (with Excellence in Music) at Whakatane High School, Whakatane
February 1, 2016 - November 30, 2018

Qualifications

Essential First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 25, 2026
Essential First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
Full Clean New Zealand Drivers Licence
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Other