Kia ora, my name is Harrison Elessar McKee, and I am currently a student at the New Zealand Broadcasting School.
Since I arrived in New Zealand from England in 2017, I have been pursuing my passion for classic movies and music production, which inspired me to seek a career in film and TV. Through my studies, I have gained comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in various aspects of filmmaking, including planning shoots, scripting dialogue, and editing with DaVinci Resolve. These skills have prepared me well for my application to Ara in 2021.
As I progressed throughout my studies and participated in several projects, I discovered my interest in the more technically challenging and creatively charged production areas, such as editing, writing, and technical directing. My meticulous attention to detail, perfectionism, ability to hyperfocus, and open-mindedness have allowed me to thrive under pressure while collaborating effectively with others.
Although socialising can be challenging for me due to Asperger's Syndrome, it has also given me a unique perspective that enhances my ability to process information and provide insightful solutions to problems and situations.
My ultimate goal is to secure a position in the film production industry. An internship would be an invaluable stepping stone towards achieving this objective. I am eager to work with professionals, contribute to the industry, and grow alongside like-minded individuals.
Short Film: CEREBRAL
A short film experiment I made by myself, using generative AI to create visuals.
Documentary: A Story You Won’t Hear About
A documentary about the deaf community in New Zealand that I co-created.
New fire technology makes community safer
New fire detection technology has been installed in McHugh's Forest Park to detect when fires break out.
Christchurch's biggest footballing rivalry
Sam Coughlan explores the state of the Southern League and what's on the line for Christchurch United and Cashmere Technical.
Music Video: Machine Mind (Editor)
I edited the music video for the song Machine Mind by KENRING.
MetroNews 2023 (Editor)
I was an editor for MetroNews 2023.
MetroNews: Dredge
A video game developed in Ōtautahi Christchurch is making waves across the globe.
Documentary: It’s Okay to Play Croquet (Technical Manager)
This my first year documentary about cliches surrounding the sport of Croquet. I was the Technical Manager.
Short Film: NOIR
NOIR is a 2-minute short film that I produced by myself.
Kids Show: Riley’s World (Technical Director)
Riley’s World was a short kids show. I was Technical Director, responsible for lights and SFX.