Kia Ora! My name is Jacob Hawkins, and I'm a 26-year-old Videographer and Content Creator. I currently work at MediaWorks NZ as a Client Video Specialist, and I create my own social content as a Recognised LEGO Ambassador. In early 2022, I was a full-time freelancer, where I gained experience across notable brands and assisted on major international TV productions.…

Jacob Hawkins

Kia Ora! My name is Jacob Hawkins, and I'm a 26-year-old Videographer and Content Creator. I currently work at MediaWorks NZ as a Client Video Specialist, and I create my own social content as a Recognised LEGO Ambassador. In early 2022, I was a full-time freelancer, where I gained experience across notable brands and assisted on major international TV productions.…

Available to hire

Kia Ora! My name is Jacob Hawkins, and I’m a 26-year-old Videographer and Content Creator.

I currently work at MediaWorks NZ as a Client Video Specialist, and I create my own social content as a Recognised LEGO Ambassador.

In early 2022, I was a full-time freelancer, where I gained experience across notable brands and assisted on major international TV productions.

See more

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Client Video Specialist at MediaWorks
September 1, 2023 - Present
As the Client Video Specialist, I work closely with the integration team to create engaging content across all the radio stations at MediaWorks for various brands. My responsibilities include producing entertaining content that aligns with each station’s voice and does not feel like an ad read.
Videographer and Photographer at KawKawkins (Self Employed)
July 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
During my freelance career, I worked with notable brands and companies nationwide and assisted on major international TV productions.
Videographer at Evolve Outdoors Group Ltd.
November 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
| worked at Evolve Outdoors in the marketing department, producing video content for their Hunters Element and Dissolve Supply Co. brands. This video content was placed on their websites, in-store, and on social media. In January 2022, | moved on from the company to pursue full-time freelance Videographer and Photography.
Sales Consultant and Instore Tech at Noel Leeming
November 1, 2016 - November 1, 2020
Engaged with customers, selling products that met their needs, specializing in Cameras and Apple products. Recognized for sales skills throughout the Apple Excellence programme.

Education

Diploma Film and Animation (Lvl 5) at Yoobee Colleges
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Diploma Film and Animation
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Software & Internet