DIRECTING WORK
Short Films
Where The Messages Go - Tropfest Film
Drama | 7min | 2026
This was my first directing project since graduating university, and I entered it into Tropfest, where it was proudly preselected. The film follows Lottie as she struggles to cope with the sudden death of her boyfriend, Declan. Isolating herself from the world, she begins sending daily messages to his old phone number as a way of holding onto him. As her loneliness deepens, she begins to see signs that he’s typing a reply… or is she imagining it? The line between reality and hope blurs when she sees someone typing. The number now belongs to a stranger, whose unexpected connection compels Lottie to confront her grief, leading to a cathartic realisation and her first step toward healing. The film explores love, loss, and the painful process of letting go.
Starring
Shayla Cromie & Ethan Muntz
Am I Woman Enough?
Documentary | 5m | 2024
I directed a documentary that explores the complex challenges women and gender-diverse individuals face in relation to societal expectations and perceptions of femininity. The film features interviews with a conventionally feminine woman and a non-binary person, offering a nuanced perspective that highlights both shared and contrasting experiences. Through these personal stories, the documentary examines how gender identity and societal norms intersect, shaping the way individuals navigate their sense of self.
Starring
Elizabeth Jin, Sam Golden
Macquarie University Safety Induction Video
Safety Training Video | 8min | 2024
I was selected to serve as the Director for this Macquarie University major project safety video, while also contributing as an assistant editor. Developed as part of the university’s induction program, the video is designed to educate security staff and tradespeople working on campus about essential safety procedures and protocols. The final video has been showcased across university buildings and at the campus help centre, supporting ongoing workplace safety and awareness initiatives.
Dowry Abuse Short Film
Educational Short Film | 7m | 2024
I directed a 7-minute short film addressing the urgent and often overlooked issue of Dowry Abuse in Australia, created on behalf of a client with the goal of submitting the video to the government to advocate for legislative change. Dowry Abuse involves the coercion, extortion, and mistreatment of individuals, primarily women, linked to dowry demands and remains a serious but underreported issue within Indian and South Asian communities in Australia. Victims often experience domestic violence, financial abuse, and isolation, with limited legal protection currently in place. This film aims to raise public awareness and spark critical conversations about the cultural and systemic factors that allow dowry-related abuse to persist within migrant communities. By humanising the issue through storytelling, the objective is to compel lawmakers to acknowledge the harm and introduce stronger, targeted legislation to address and outlaw Dowry Abuse across Australia. The project represents both a creative and social responsibility initiative, using film as a platform for advocacy and meaningful change.
Starring
Megha Parmar, Jason Mcdonald, Taisir Ahmed
Music Videos
Counting Coins
Music Video | 4min | 2026
I have recently begun producing music videos for emerging artists, taking on a fully integrated creative role throughout the entire process. This includes directing the overall concept and visual narrative, filming the footage using my own professional camera equipment, and completing all post-production editing myself. My approach to directing is highly hands-on and collaborative. I work closely with each artist to develop a clear creative vision, translating their music and identity into a strong visual concept. This involves planning shot lists, guiding performances on set, and making real-time decisions around framing, movement, lighting, and tone to ensure each scene aligns with the intended mood and story. I focus on capturing authentic performances while shaping a cohesive narrative that enhances the emotional impact of the track. By overseeing each stage from initial concept development through to final delivery, I ensure a cohesive, high-quality outcome that reflects both the artist’s vision and my own distinctive cinematic style.
Starring
Hunter Black