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I’m Tobias Jackson, a filmmaker, photographer, and musician whose creative expression has guided my life across film, music, and photography. Over the past seven years I’ve led projects in both creative and retail settings, developing leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills that help me deliver compelling visuals and stories.
I’m eager to join a vibrant creative organization where I can contribute with energy, adaptability, and a team-first attitude. My experience directing, photographing, editing, and producing under tight timelines has trained me to stay versatile and intuitive in any situation.
Work Experience
Director, Videographer & Sales at Visioline Film
December 1, 2024 - PresentDirecting and camera operation for client projects; onboarded and qualified clients, crafted engaging artistic proposals and served as main camera operator.
Store Manager & Creative Advertising at Red Dragon Film Lab
April 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Led the end-to-end film development process, delivered video advertising and posters, built client relationships, and developed marketing content while overseeing lab operations.
Team Member at Bunnings Mt Wellington
July 1, 2018 - PresentRetail experience, customer service and operations; developed sales skills and customer relationships; earned forklift license in 2021.
Director at Enmities
April 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023Wrote and directed a postgraduate sci-fi horror short, shot in a single motel room day; delegated production tasks; handled postproduction as editor, sound designer, soundtrack composer and special effects supervisor; collaborated with a specialist crew.
Director at The Listener
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Directed a large-scale short film; involved in pre-production, location scouting, prop creation, and unit coordination; choreographed a short fight sequence with main cast; adapted shots on-set with the DOP to preserve the vision.
Director of Photography at Paramour
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Collaborated with the director on preproduction; extensive shotlisting, overheads, and storyboards; managed lighting in a small space using shoulder rigs, dollies, and jib arms.
Director of Photography at Laksa
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022DOP for 2022 production; coordinated lighting and shot execution in constrained spaces; maintained visual tone with crew.
First AC at What are the Chances
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Provided camera focus and management for 2024 production; supported DOP with setup efficiency and shot execution.
Director of Photography at Rations
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024DOP for 2024 project; collaborated on lighting and shot scheduling in a compact setting.
Director at Stonefield’s Primary Learner Achievement Celebration Tribute Film
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Directed a tribute film for a school celebration; managed creative direction, production and post-workflow to deliver the final piece.
Video & Promotions Producer at Red Dragon Film Lab Promotions
April 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Led the end-to-end film development, delivered video adverts and posters, built client relationships and conceptualized marketing content while overseeing lab operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Screen Production and Media Studies at University of Auckland
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023Postgraduate Diploma in Screen Production at University of Auckland
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024Qualifications
Forklift Certification
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2027Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education
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