I'm Léah McVeagh, a South African-born, Kiwi-raised filmmaker with a Postgraduate Screen Production Degree from the University of Auckland (2012). Since graduating, I've produced award-winning film, video, corporate and animated content. You can find out more here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Léah McVeagh

I'm Léah McVeagh, a South African-born, Kiwi-raised filmmaker with a Postgraduate Screen Production Degree from the University of Auckland (2012). Since graduating, I've produced award-winning film, video, corporate and animated content. You can find out more here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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I’m Léah McVeagh, a South African-born, Kiwi-raised filmmaker with a Postgraduate Screen Production Degree from the University of Auckland (2012). Since graduating, I’ve produced award-winning film, video, corporate and animated content. You can find out more here:
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Producer, Writer & Director at Freelance
January 1, 2012 - Present
Commercial work from Samsung, Xero, Bakels, Fruttare, and more! I am well versed in both 3D animation & live action projects for both narrative films and commercial/corporate ventures. Request CV or review body of work here: http://leahmcveagh.squarespace.com
Senior Production Coordinator at Huhu Studios
April 27, 2017 - October 26, 2018
As a Senior Production Coordinator on NZ's first 3D Animated feature film, I managed the editorial and animation teams, as well as the casting and voice recording. The animation team was spread all over the world via numerous studios in Malaysia, China, Taiwan and New Zealand, so I ensured smooth communication between animators and the director of the show through running reviews, schedules, animation references and meetings.
Video Producer at Cheil New Zealand
March 18, 2024 - March 14, 2025
As Cheil New Zealand's first in-house video producer, I pioneered new processes, pitched for work, built our freelance directory, managed clients and our in-house team, created onboarding documents, worked on studio builds, and raised the quality of current video and radio work.

Education

Postgraduate Bachelor of Arts in Screen Production (Directing Drama, Honours) at University of Auckland
February 20, 2011 - May 2, 2012

Qualifications

Best Female Director
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
National Best Female Director Award at the 48Hour Film Festival 2022 for my work on Angle3 Pictures Grand Finalist short film "Parked". Awarded by Dame Gaylene Preston.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services