UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO

Explore a collection of video projects from my role as a Brand Content Coordinator at the University of Otago.

CONFOCAL MICROSCOPY AT OTAGO

Purpose: This video was part of a wider series highlighting the University of Otago’s research infrastructure facilities. The aim was to introduce the Confocal and Light Microscopy Unit and showcase how its cutting-edge technology supports researchers across disciplines.

Description: The video takes viewers inside the CMU, where advanced confocal and light microscopes reveal structures at the cellular and nanoscale level. The video explains how tools such as the Zeiss confocal system, micro-CT scanner, lasers, dyes, and computational imaging techniques help researchers visualise everything from growing cells to ancient rock formations. The tone is educational yet accessible, designed to spark curiosity about the powerful capabilities housed within the OMNI facility.

My Role: Filmed (partially) and edited the video.

KICKSTART 101

Purpose: To inform future students about the six-week Kickstart programme and how it helps them transition into university life. This was to be displayed on the registration page.

Description: The video highlighted what students learned, why they applied, and how the programme supported them before the main semester began.

My Role: Edited the video and designed the thumbnail.

OTAGO GLOBAL EXCHANGE

Purpose: To inspire students to consider studying abroad by showcasing different lifestyles through the Global Exchange Programme. The video was to be shown at the start of the semester in lectures.

Description: The video is made from footage taken by students in the programme. The video was designed to feel exciting and engaging.

My Role: Edited the video and designed the thumbnail.

CHAMPIONS

Purpose: To celebrate community leaders connected to the University of Otago by sharing their first experiences through video interviews.

Description: I created shorter social media cutdowns and a teaser trailer from full-length interviews. While the campaign was not launched, the project demonstrated the ability to repurpose content for different platforms.

My Role: Edited social media versions and a teaser trailer.

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OTAGO SIGNAGE - REBRAND

Purpose: To document the replacement of the University’s old logo signage with the new brand logo.

Description: The video captured the full process, filmed using a mix of personal camera and iPhone while working on scaffolding.

My Role: Filmed and edited the video.

OPEN DAY 2024

Purpose: To showcase the fun and energetic spirit of Open Day.

Description: Filmed on a personal camera, the video used creative editing techniques like shape cuts, quick transitions, and layered clips to create an exciting final piece.

My Role: Filmed and edited the video.

HIGHLANDERS ARCHWAY ACTIVATION

Purpose: To support the launch of the new Otago brand with the archway activation at the Highlanders game.

Description: Filmed on a personal camera, the video showed the process of building the archway, which resembled the new logo. The video was accompanied by a popular song used in the games and ended with shots from the field and the stands.

My Role: Filmed and edited the video.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS

Purpose: To highlight the recipients of the scholarship

Description: The video goes over 5 of the recipients answering questions about where they are from and what the scholarship unlocked for them. This is to be shown in international markets to increase international students.

My Role: Filmed (partially) and edited the video.

MUSLIM UNITED VOICE

Muslim United Voice (MUV) is a community-driven organisation that connects volunteers with meaningful causes, like Minara Media. Minara Media is its creative branch, producing campaigns and content to support that mission. Together, they create media projects that highlight impact, inspire action, and build community.

RECLAIMING THE SCREEN

Purpose: To introduce Minara Media with a launch video that reflected the organisation’s identity and energy. This video is 1 out of 3 launch videos for the brand.

Description: The video moved through distinct moods: lighthearted, ambient tension, distorted glitch, and resolving into calm clarity. During the project, I also learned to use 3D camera trackers in After Effects.

My Role: Edited the final video.

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48 HOURS

The Vista Foundation 48Hours is New Zealand’s largest filmmaking competition. Each year, more than 500 teams have just 48 hours to write, shoot, and edit a film using an assigned genre and elements, competing for regional and national awards.