Hi, I'm Jamie Blair Russell, a Dunedin-based creative professional mixing photography, design, and music. Since 2019 I've been the Creative Director at SHC Soundboard, an independent online record label that I help run and grow. My work spans music and sound production, website and product design, video production and animation, online marketing and distribution, as well as event planning and project management. I love turning ideas into polished, engaging experiences that bring people together through art. My journey began in high school playing in punk bands, then shifting toward fashion photography. After a life-changing trip to Shanghai with Otago Polytechnic, I built a freelance photography practice (Junior Photo) and photographed NZ Fashion Week and iD Dunedin Fashion Week. In 2024 I pivoted to lifeguarding with DCC Aquatics while continuing SHC Soundboard and freelance work, always guided by curiosity, collaboration, and social impact.

Jamie Blair Russell

Hi, I'm Jamie Blair Russell, a Dunedin-based creative professional mixing photography, design, and music. Since 2019 I've been the Creative Director at SHC Soundboard, an independent online record label that I help run and grow. My work spans music and sound production, website and product design, video production and animation, online marketing and distribution, as well as event planning and project management. I love turning ideas into polished, engaging experiences that bring people together through art. My journey began in high school playing in punk bands, then shifting toward fashion photography. After a life-changing trip to Shanghai with Otago Polytechnic, I built a freelance photography practice (Junior Photo) and photographed NZ Fashion Week and iD Dunedin Fashion Week. In 2024 I pivoted to lifeguarding with DCC Aquatics while continuing SHC Soundboard and freelance work, always guided by curiosity, collaboration, and social impact.

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Hi, I’m Jamie Blair Russell, a Dunedin-based creative professional mixing photography, design, and music. Since 2019 I’ve been the Creative Director at SHC Soundboard, an independent online record label that I help run and grow. My work spans music and sound production, website and product design, video production and animation, online marketing and distribution, as well as event planning and project management. I love turning ideas into polished, engaging experiences that bring people together through art.

My journey began in high school playing in punk bands, then shifting toward fashion photography. After a life-changing trip to Shanghai with Otago Polytechnic, I built a freelance photography practice (Junior Photo) and photographed NZ Fashion Week and iD Dunedin Fashion Week. In 2024 I pivoted to lifeguarding with DCC Aquatics while continuing SHC Soundboard and freelance work, always guided by curiosity, collaboration, and social impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at SHC Soundboard
January 1, 2019 - Present
Independent online record label; responsibilities include music & sound production, website/product design, video production and animation, online marketing and distribution, as well as event planning and project management.
Contractor at Shout Media
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2024
Casual contractor installing and removing signage in and around Dunedin & Southland; gained hands-on advertising skills and confidence to tackle future challenges.
Lifeguard at DCC Aquatics
June 1, 2024 - Present
Lifeguard; gained First Aid certificate and PLPC training; promoted to Duty Supervisor within 3 months.
Photographer at Junior Photo
April 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Freelance photography business specialising in fashion and beauty; participated in NZ Fashion Week; shortlisted for Canon EYECON; member of NZIPP.
Photographer at iD Dunedin Fashion Week
February 1, 2017 - March 1, 2017
House photographer; collaborated with press and publicists to produce fashion and beauty photography coverage.
Team Member at Bunnings Warehouse
May 1, 2012 - August 1, 2015
Replenishment role; loading products, organizing displays and maintaining store presentation.
House Photographer at iD Dunedin Fashion Week
March 1, 2017 - March 31, 2017
House photographer; coordinated with press and publicists to deliver fashion week imagery for the Dunedin fashion & beauty community.

Education

Bachelor in Communication Design at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Diploma in Creative Studies at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Bachelor in Communication Design at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Diploma in Creative Studies at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Bachelor in Communication Design at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Diploma in Creative Studies at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Bachelor in Communication Design at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Diploma in Creative Studies at Otago Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026

Qualifications

NZIPP Official Member
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
PLPC Advanced First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Class 1 New Zealand Driver Licence
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Bachelor in Communication Design
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Diploma in Creative Studies
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
PLPC Advanced First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Class 1 New Zealand Driver Licence
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
First Aid Certificate (PLPC Advanced First Aid)
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Class 1 New Zealand Driver License
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Member, New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography (NZIPP)
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
PLPC Advanced First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026
Class 1 New Zealand Driver Licence
January 11, 2030 - April 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Government, Other, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet