I am a highly creative film maker and outside broadcast operator, passionate about producing high-quality content. Over the past four years, I have focused on delivering strong on-set and broadcast results through sound, lighting, and multi-camera direction. My expertise spans broadcast sound, CCU/VT operation, multi-camera directing, studio and on-set lighting, and colour grading. I combine technical accuracy with creative storytelling across editing, mixing, and directing roles.

Daniel Minnear

I am a highly creative film maker and outside broadcast operator, passionate about producing high-quality content. Over the past four years, I have focused on delivering strong on-set and broadcast results through sound, lighting, and multi-camera direction. My expertise spans broadcast sound, CCU/VT operation, multi-camera directing, studio and on-set lighting, and colour grading. I combine technical accuracy with creative storytelling across editing, mixing, and directing roles.

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I am a highly creative film maker and outside broadcast operator, passionate about producing high-quality content. Over the past four years, I have focused on delivering strong on-set and broadcast results through sound, lighting, and multi-camera direction.

My expertise spans broadcast sound, CCU/VT operation, multi-camera directing, studio and on-set lighting, and colour grading. I combine technical accuracy with creative storytelling across editing, mixing, and directing roles.

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Work Experience

Outside Broadcast Operator at Entain - Trackside
September 1, 2023 - July 1, 2026
Developed and sharpened broadcast knowledge and skills across Sound, CCU and VT. Contributed to multiple large-scale broadcasts including Cup Week, Winter Cup, Ashburton Flying Stakes and Grand Prix race meetings. Built strong competency in the broadcast sound space while supporting production operations for live events.
Outside Broadcast Operator (Trackside) at Entain - Trackside
September 1, 2023 - July 20, 2026
Developed and sharpened broadcast knowledge and skills across Sound, CCU and VT. Contributed to large-scale broadcasts including Cup Week, Winter Cup, Ashburton Flying Stakes and Grand Prix race meetings. Built strong competency in the broadcast sound space while supporting multi-camera production workflows and on-track operational requirements.
Sound Mixer / Colourist / Director / Grip-Light Assist (Selected projects) at Misery and Company
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Served in multiple production roles including sound mixing, CCU/vision-related tasks, studio/on-set lighting support, and multi-camera directing. Credits include: The Painted Man (discipline leads to victory) and Misery and Company (Episode 4, Episode 5&6), plus additional project roles such as writer/location scout on Hannah, and grip/light assisting on other productions.

Education

Diploma in Screen Production at Whitireia/Weltec/Te Pukunga
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
Certificate in Food and Beverage level 3 at Western Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
Diploma in Screen Production at Whitecliffe College / Level 5 & 6 - (Whietireia/WelTec/T e Pukunga First Aid?)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

First Aid certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
Safety at heights
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
First Aid certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
Safety at heights
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
Certificate in Food and Beverage level 3
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
First Aid Certificate
January 1, 2022 - August 18, 2026
Safety at Heights Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026
Food and Beverage Level 3 - (Welfare Institute of Technology / date not specified)
January 1, 2022 - August 18, 2026
Studio / On-set Lighting Rig (lighting rig made for Misery and Company)
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming