I'm a responsible, quick-learning, diligent, third-year tertiary education student. I'm also honest and hard-working. I get along well with others and can work independently or collaboratively in a group. Currently, I am pursuing a Bachelor of Art and Design with a focus on CGI and VFX. Alongside my studies, I have practical experience working as a cook and back of house staff at KFC while also participating in roles like election worker and technical director for a short film. Outside of work and study, I actively participate in volunteer activities such as St John Youth leadership and Camp Quality Companion roles. I also enjoy sports as a long-time member of Drury United Football Club. I am eager to continue developing my skills and gaining professional experience in the creative and technical fields of media and design.…

Dylan Hedley

I'm a responsible, quick-learning, diligent, third-year tertiary education student. I'm also honest and hard-working. I get along well with others and can work independently or collaboratively in a group. Currently, I am pursuing a Bachelor of Art and Design with a focus on CGI and VFX. Alongside my studies, I have practical experience working as a cook and back of house staff at KFC while also participating in roles like election worker and technical director for a short film. Outside of work and study, I actively participate in volunteer activities such as St John Youth leadership and Camp Quality Companion roles. I also enjoy sports as a long-time member of Drury United Football Club. I am eager to continue developing my skills and gaining professional experience in the creative and technical fields of media and design.…

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I’m a responsible, quick-learning, diligent, third-year tertiary education student. I’m also honest and hard-working. I get along well with others and can work independently or collaboratively in a group. Currently, I am pursuing a Bachelor of Art and Design with a focus on CGI and VFX. Alongside my studies, I have practical experience working as a cook and back of house staff at KFC while also participating in roles like election worker and technical director for a short film.

Outside of work and study, I actively participate in volunteer activities such as St John Youth leadership and Camp Quality Companion roles. I also enjoy sports as a long-time member of Drury United Football Club. I am eager to continue developing my skills and gaining professional experience in the creative and technical fields of media and design.

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Skills

Experience Level

3D Model
Expert
3D Design
Intermediate
Animation
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Cook/Back of House at KFC Papakura
January 1, 2021 - Present
Cook and back of house staff responsible for food preparation and kitchen operations to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction.
Election Worker at Unspecified
October 31, 2023 - July 31, 2025
Supported the organization and execution of election day activities to help facilitate fair and smooth elections.
Technical Director (3D modeling and rendering) at Peter McCully Short Film - Settlers
December 31, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Directed the technical work including 3D modeling and rendering for a short film production, responsible for the visual effects pipeline and final outputs.

Education

Bachelor of Art and Design (CGI and VFX) at Media Design School
February 6, 2023 - November 14, 2025
3 years learning 3D modelling, texturing and rendering. I produced 2 student short films in my final year. Ranked as the #1 VFX school in NZ

Qualifications

Outward Bound 3 week Classic Course
February 1, 2025 - February 21, 2025
Level 2 First Aid Certificate
November 12, 2024 - November 14, 2024
Grand Prior Award
February 4, 2015 - September 18, 2024
The Grand Prior award is the highest award given in St John Youth

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Other
    paper Short Film directed by Peter McCully

    I was a technical director on a short film directed by Peter McCully. This included avdanced 3D modelling, professional lighting and rendering, and good team work and collaboration.