I have had a diverse working life, ranging from my first job as a kitchen hand at McDonalds, to working at CMS (Church Mission Society) in admin, and even serving as a writer for a music magazine. I hold two University degrees from the University of Sydney — a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English and Sociology, and a Bachelor of Teaching with English and TESOL methods — and I have taught in several Sydney public schools. I’ve completed multiple music qualifications at Ultimo TAFE (Music Business, Music Diploma, Music Diploma, Music Certificate II) and a Certificate IV in Screen and Media, and I’ve written and recorded hours of music. I’m also pursuing publication of poems and development of screenplays into films. I am a person of faith who seeks to live with integrity and kindness, and I welcome conversations about collaborations or shared projects. Life’s a one-take movie, and I aim to bring energy, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to every project, whether I’m crafting music, writing, or helping stories come to life on screen.…

Michael Olliffe

I have had a diverse working life, ranging from my first job as a kitchen hand at McDonalds, to working at CMS (Church Mission Society) in admin, and even serving as a writer for a music magazine. I hold two University degrees from the University of Sydney — a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English and Sociology, and a Bachelor of Teaching with English and TESOL methods — and I have taught in several Sydney public schools. I’ve completed multiple music qualifications at Ultimo TAFE (Music Business, Music Diploma, Music Diploma, Music Certificate II) and a Certificate IV in Screen and Media, and I’ve written and recorded hours of music. I’m also pursuing publication of poems and development of screenplays into films. I am a person of faith who seeks to live with integrity and kindness, and I welcome conversations about collaborations or shared projects. Life’s a one-take movie, and I aim to bring energy, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to every project, whether I’m crafting music, writing, or helping stories come to life on screen.…

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I have had a diverse working life, ranging from my first job as a kitchen hand at McDonalds, to working at CMS (Church Mission Society) in admin, and even serving as a writer for a music magazine. I hold two University degrees from the University of Sydney — a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English and Sociology, and a Bachelor of Teaching with English and TESOL methods — and I have taught in several Sydney public schools. I’ve completed multiple music qualifications at Ultimo TAFE (Music Business, Music Diploma, Music Diploma, Music Certificate II) and a Certificate IV in Screen and Media, and I’ve written and recorded hours of music. I’m also pursuing publication of poems and development of screenplays into films. I am a person of faith who seeks to live with integrity and kindness, and I welcome conversations about collaborations or shared projects.

Life’s a one-take movie, and I aim to bring energy, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to every project, whether I’m crafting music, writing, or helping stories come to life on screen.

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Skills

Experience Level

Copywriting
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Editor at Local Leaders International
February 1, 2022 - November 8, 2025
Editing and collating information for newsletters and profiles of theology colleges and theology students seeking sponsorship.
Staff Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul
November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019
Stocking racks.
Administration at MSP Photography
April 1, 2010 - April 1, 2010
Handled basic office administration duties, mainly ensuring the swift distribution of photographs to schools.
Interviewer at Millward Brown
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2008
Conducted interviews for surveys and data collection for various projects.
English Language Teacher at Uniworld Colleges
December 1, 2007 - December 1, 2007
Classroom teacher for TESOL students ranging from Elementary to Intermediate.
Learning Skills Tutor at Central Queensland University
July 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006
Tutoring international students in English to improve their essays and reports, providing skills workshops.
Data Entry at E-Value
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Scanning and verifying market research documents, checking for errors and maintaining workflow.
Administration Officer at Church Missionary Society-Australia
August 1, 2005 - August 1, 2005
General duties including typing, filing and organising meetings.
Teacher at New South Wales Department Of Education
November 1, 2003 - November 1, 2003
I strove to enlighten young minds and instill a passion for learning.
Administrative Assistant at Anglican Retirement Villages
February 1, 2000 - February 1, 2000
Secretarial duties, maintenance of client records, typing and phone support.
Unreported Judgments Team Member at Butterworths Legal Publishers
July 1, 1999 - July 1, 1999
Managed unreported judgments, editing for online publishing and coordinating freelancers.
Child Care at Kogarah Community Aid
February 1, 1997 - February 1, 1997
Looked after primary school age children, before/after school and holidays.
Writer at On The Street Magazine
November 1, 1995 - November 1, 1995
Wrote articles, conducted interviews, reviewed music/films, and handled administration.
Kitchenhand at McDonalds Family Restaurants
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1990
Cooked burgers, prepared food, drive-thru duties and general cleanup.

Education

Certificate IV in Screen and Media at Randwick TAFE
February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Diploma of Music at Ultimo TAFE
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Certificate II in Music at Ultimo TAFE
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Diploma in Music Business at Ultimo TAFE
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Certificate III in Music Business at Ultimo TAFE
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

Certificate IV in Screen and Media
February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Diploma of Music
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Certificate II in Music
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Diploma in Music Business
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Certificate III in Music Business
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
    uniE603 For A Woman I Have Never Met
    This song was inspired by classic love song balladry and a royal wedding. It took a great deal of patience and a number of years to put together. It flaunts a little with the rules of songwriting, and has been described by one friend as "epic". Of the many songs I have written, it is one that I love dearly. When Denmark's then Crown Prince Frederick and Australian Mary Donaldson were married some 20 years or so ago now, I recorded most of the song. I subsequently sent them a copy and it met with their royal approval. music ballad love song pop vocal…
    uniE608 Brett Pearl: Skin And Sound
    Brett Pearl: Skin And Sound was a class project that was created in 2021 when I was studying Screen and Media at Randwick TAFE in 2021. This version is my own cut, every student had to do an edit of their own. videoeditor premiere pro documentary…
    uniE608 Her Majesty
    Her Majesty is a short film project that was made in 2021 when I was completing a Screen and Media course at Randwick TAFE. The script was lifted from a poem I wrote a number of years ago that sought to elevate Shakespearean language and a poetic reflection of courtly love. This version of the film was the edit done by my tutor Dave Barbato. video screenwriting…