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I'm a storyteller and director/producer with a long career across radio, television, digital, and corporate content. Through my company ACME Film and collaborations with major broadcasters and production houses, I've created award-winning programming ranging from entertainment and live shows to documentaries and branded content. I bring a strong understanding of Tikanga Māori, a commitment to authentic stories, and a proven ability to lead diverse projects from concept to delivery. I’m a storyteller at heart.…I'm a storyteller and director/producer with a long career across radio, television, digital, and corporate content. Through my company ACME Film and collaborations with major broadcasters and production houses, I've created award-winning programming ranging from entertainment and live shows to documentaries and branded content. I bring a strong understanding of Tikanga Māori, a commitment to authentic stories, and a proven ability to lead diverse projects from concept to delivery. I’m a storyteller at heart.

Robert McLaughlin

Film Director, Content Producer, Creative Producer, +6

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I'm a storyteller and director/producer with a long career across radio, television, digital, and corporate content. Through my company ACME Film and collaborations with major broadcasters and production houses, I've created award-winning programming ranging from entertainment and live shows to documentaries and branded content. I bring a strong understanding of Tikanga Māori, a commitment to authentic stories, and a proven ability to lead diverse projects from concept to delivery. I’m a storyteller at heart.…I'm a storyteller and director/producer with a long career across radio, television, digital, and corporate content. Through my company ACME Film and collaborations with major broadcasters and production houses, I've created award-winning programming ranging from entertainment and live shows to documentaries and branded content. I bring a strong understanding of Tikanga Māori, a commitment to authentic stories, and a proven ability to lead diverse projects from concept to delivery. I’m a storyteller at heart.

Available to hire

I’m a storyteller and director/producer with a long career across radio, television, digital, and corporate content. Through my company ACME Film and collaborations with major broadcasters and production houses, I’ve created award-winning programming ranging from entertainment and live shows to documentaries and branded content. I bring a strong understanding of Tikanga Māori, a commitment to authentic stories, and a proven ability to lead diverse projects from concept to delivery. I’m a storyteller at heart.

Skills

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Audacity

Experience Level

Adobe After Effects

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Audacity

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Announcer/Radio Host at Radio U, Christchurch

January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1994

Breakfast announcer, comedy insertions, music fiction audio, and character voices on student radio; honed commercial radio skills.

Senior Field Director / Studio Director at What Now? (Children's TV Show), Christchurch

February 1, 1994 - December 1, 1995

Senior field and studio director on 'What Now?'; directed live-to-air segments and contributed to pacing and content with the production team.

Owner/Director/Co-Writer/Co-Producer/Editor at ACME Film Company Ltd, Auckland

April 1, 1999 - Present

Founder and owner of ACME Film Company; freelanced since 1999, producing audio and video content for multiple platforms including TV programs, live shows, documentaries, and branded content.

Director / Producer / Editor at ACME Film Company

January 1, 2000 - Present

Led production and post-production for a wide range of audio-visual content across entertainment and corporate projects.

Director / Producer at LE QUESNOY / The Legacy Of Liberation (Documentary)

November 1, 2018 - April 20, 2020

Creator and producer of a documentary commemorating the Kiwi soldiers who liberated Le Quesnoy; produced in the latter part of WWI centennial context.

Director / Content Producer at The LES MILLS Fitness Programs

April 20, 2019 - April 20, 2021

Produced and directed video fitness content for LES MILLS partnerships; multi-camera shoots, on-location and gym-branded material.

5 Minutes of Fame – TV Show at Whānau Matters / NZ Television

August 20, 2023 - November 20, 2023

Sung, hosted and directed segments as part of a multi-camera entertainment show; featured live performances and celebrity guests.

Senior Director at Grey Matter Entertainment (Amazon Prime Video) – Mumbai, India

August 20, 2023 - November 20, 2023

Senior Director overseeing content development and production for a project with Amazon Prime Video.