Kia Ora,
My name is Declan O'Connell and I'm currently in the second year of TV and Screen Production at the New Zealand Broadcasting School.
During my school years I made short films on my school iPad and edited them on iMovie. I thought it was the coolest thing ever and I dreamed about being involved in making real movies one day.
I went into this course already leaning towards technical roles in post-production environments, most of all as an editor. I have a keen eye for making things work on the technical side and am always keen to tackle a problem and/or learn how to do things better and quicker.
I am a strongly motivated and hardworking individual when working in a team and am always committed to my role when involved in the post-production process. I always strive to make it an enjoyable experience for others when collaborating in a team and enjoy hearing people's ideas and trying my best to make them work.
Below you can see all the projects I've been involved in throughout the course including all the Metro News stories that I edited.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Cheers,
Declan
Short Film: Day for It (Editor)
One of two short films that I was the editor for in our final end of year 700 assessment.
Short Film: Worn Strings (Editor)
One of two short films that I was the editor for in our final end of year 700 assessment.
Reconnecting: A short documentary
'Reconnecting' is a raw and emotional short documentary exploring what it means to be Māori.
Documentary: Pint by Pint (Co-Creator/Editor)
A documentary I edited and co-made with my classmate Tom McKenzie.
Short Film: Law of Attraction (Editor/Sound)
A short film drama for which I was the editor and sound person for.
Music Video: Working For the Devil (Camera)
A music video with a song from artist Keira Jonkers (KEI) that I was Director of Photography for.
Short Film: Duel of the Hats (Director/Editor)
My 2 minute short film that I made for an assessment in the first year.
Reconnecting: A short documentary
'Reconnecting' is a raw and emotional short documentary exploring what it means to be Māori.
The creatives behind Canterbury climate activism
These activists are working to combat climate anxiety among students.
Art Markets needing more support than ever
After recent issues such as the Covid pandemic and cost of living crisis, small businesses are struggling to make a living.
People with Down Syndrome in the workplace
Employers are being encouraged to give people with down syndrome a chance. While some do get work, many struggle to find a job and then keep it.
The New Zealand Blood Service needs more blood
The New Zealand Blood Service is on a drive for more donors. It has a shortage of people prepared to give blood and especially plasma.
Christchurch cats enjoy retirement
Two of the Catnap Cafe's oldest residents are about to enjoy a well-earned retirement.
New radio station making waves
Waves FM has just gone live, offering a swell time away from day-to-day life.
A new axe throwing business for Christchurch
Not many people have used an axe, let alone throw one. But now Christchurch has a place just for that.
Clean car scheme changes
Some will be happy, some will have to watch out.
World renown chef makes her way to Otautahi
A top British pastry chef who's cooked for the rich and famous is now catering for the average kiwi. I went along to bake up a storm.
Fundraising concert for the future
Lixin Zhang is ticking the ivory's and pulling at pockets.
The Hororata Glow Festival: A ballooning success!
The Hororata Glow festival was a massive hit, selling out a week before the big day and attracting around 11 thousand people.