Michael Ney Digital Media Producer T/A Eagle Spirit Media (previously Sensory Image) michael@eaglespiritmedia.com +61 418 965 517 Michael Ney has over 30 years professional experience as a digital media producer. Video production is his passion. Michael's portfolio includes pioneering ventures in website development, photography, multimedia, filmmaking, social media and publishing. Resume Video Producer - Making Of Alex & Eve - Sydney NSW June 2014 to September 2014 Responsibilities Shot the behind the scenes for a feature film, directed by Peter Andrikidis. eLearning Web and Video Producer Annexium - Sydney NSW January 2010 to June 2013 Responsibilities Developed the concept and collaborated on the business plan for a very ambitious web platform servicing the legal profession. Tested various software applications and settled on one and then built the website, wrote content, worked with graphic artists and web programmers, produced numerous videos and executed plan into online delivery. http://annexium.com Director, DP, Editor, Co-producer Peace Angels - Sydney NSW August 2011 to January 2012 Produced and shot a documentary on a spiritually based theatre which performed in a huge event at Hyde Park for Peace One Day celebrations. Director, Producer, Director of Photography, Editor Liberty in Restraint - Documentary - Sydney NSW January 2004 to November 2006 Documentary following fetish photographer, Noel Graydon. Winner of Cinekink Festival New York 2006. Producer, DP, co-editor OzDox Archive - Sydney NSW 2003 to 2011 Series of 30 DVDs of past events for OzDox - The Australian Documentary Forum. Also active member of the organising committee of this joint initiative from documentary filmmakers, industry bodies and academics, to foster, promote and provide a monthly forum for documentary culture. http://www.ozdox.org Video Producer Making Of 'East West 101' - Sydney NSW August 2009 to November 2009 2009 Series for SBS 'East West 101'. Produced by Knapman Wyld Television, Directed by Peter Andrikidis. Producer, Director of Photography Baba's Birthday - Documentary - Sydney NSW December 2006 to November 2007 Documentary written & directed by Peter Sumner, with music by Christopher Gordon. Director, DP - Eye on Malaysia Oracle Attractions & Dept of Tourism of Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur December 2006 to February 2007 Corporate video production documenting the site installation over two months for a huge outdoor event in Kuala Lumpur. The laser display show included fireworks by Howards&Sons and a jetski water show by H20 Entertainment. Video Producer - Making of Dark Love Story - Sydney NSW January 2006 to February 2006 Responsibilities Director, DOP, Editor - behind the scenes documenting the production of a feature film directed by Jon Hewitt, produced by Paperbark Films and Rough Beast, with DP Franc Biffone. Deleted Director, DP, Editor. Undo Video Archivist, DP, Editor Popcorn Taxi - Sydney NSW 1999 to 2006 Initiated the video archive of film and TV industry interviews, shot over 150 events. Also maintained the website 2000 to 2003. http://www.popcorntaxi.com.au Deleted Video Archivist. Undo Director, video producer EDS Commonwealth Bank (Futurebank), Pushka - Sydney NSW January 2005 to April 2005 Consulted on script, casting, locations and sourced crew, conducted rehearsals and completed shoot over several locations, and edited the final 20 minute project. Producer, Director, DP, Editor - Recipe For Success Maddog Marketing - Sydney NSW 2005 to 2005 Pilot documentary following the progress of six teenagers in a special hospitality training program for "kids-at-risk". https://vimeo.com/11577951 Director, DP, Editor Making Of 'Man Conquers Space' - Sydney NSW January 2002 to December 2004 Documenting the production process of David Sander and his unique movie project. Video Editor Vincent Ward - Sydney NSW March 2004 to August 2004 Created an animated video pitch trailer for a feature film called 'River Queen'. Successfully used in London, New York and Hollywood to secure production funding. Client: Vincent Ward (What Dreams May Come, The Navigator, Map of the Human Heart) Producer, Director, DP, Editor Every Picture Tells a Story - Sydney NSW 2003 to 2003 Produced and directed a drama short film, written by David Henley. Music by Deepchild. Multimedia Consultant TAFE NSW ITAM - Sydney NSW March 2002 to June 2002 Expert Consultancy on NSW TAFE multimedia curriculum. Multimedia Producer ANZ Bank - Sydney NSW March 2000 to August 2000 Created a touch-screen kiosk installed at Martin Place, Sydney for production company Elton Ward Photography and Design. Multimedia Producer Westpac Financial Services - Sydney NSW 1998 to 1998 Created a large screen interactive, graphically rich, speaker presentation for a roadshow. Various interviews and location scenes with Bob Ansett, and other Westpac executives. Producer, Director - Faculty of Medicine The University of Sydney - Sydney NSW 1997 to 1997 This project also included a multimedia production comprising an interactive CD-ROM, and a web site with unified design completed by Michael's previous company, VRX. Multimedia Producer, Video Director The University of Sydney - Sydney NSW January 1996 to November 1996 Created an interactive CD-ROM and website for the Faculty of Medicine, included 2 x 20 minute docu-drama videos. Other projects for The University of Sydney included: • International Office - a database CD-ROM, later placed on the web • Publications Unit - website redesign and promotional CD-ROMs • Websites for Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Dentistry • Dentistry Continuing Education - print graphic design Multimedia Producer, Video Director, Creative Director The University of Sydney - Sydney NSW 1995 to 1995 Created the first interactive CD-ROM for the University of Sydney, promoting their undergraduate courses and facilities. Hailed as groundbreaking for the use of QTVR "virtual reality" in an interactive tour. Project continued by creating a database and website based on this first work. * Education Certificate in theatre Australian Film Television and Radio School 2006 Certificate Australian Film Television and Radio School 2004 Certificate in Art of Documentary Australian Film Television and Radio School 2003 Film Production Studies Australian Film Television & Radio School 2000 to 2001 Certificate of Profieciency North Sydney Technical College 1978 School Certificate in Advanced English, History (also music, theatre and visual arts) Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School - Sydney NSW 1969 to 1975 Skills Edit Video and Digital Media Producer, Director, Cameraman, Video Editor Add Link Links http://vimeo.com/eaglespiritmedia/ Add Military Service Military Service Add Award Awards Add Certification Certifications Add Group Groups OzDox - Organising Committee 2003 to November 2011 As well as initiating the website, my role (along with a number of other filmmakers) was to create engaging and timely evening events focusing on documentary production. Add Patent Patents Add Publication Publications The Crystal Visionary 1987 The Crystal Visionary started as a quarterly magazine and produced 7 issues. Then the entire content was published as a book and distributed in USA, UK and Australia. My role was concept creator, publisher, art director, writer, photographer and sales manager. Additional Information Edit Multi-skilled professional experienced in many creative areas: • film/video production - producer, director, camera, lighting and editing (Final Cut Pro) • web design and multimedia - creative director, project manager, client liaison • live theatre events - director, set and lighting design, stage management Professional Statement Experienced in managing teams with a thorough understanding of process, defining goals and developing successful production strategies. I am a passionate creative collaborator who encourages and actively mentors the team to develop group effectiveness... equally at home as a team player in a lesser role within a large organisation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and very experienced in detailed proposal writing, specification documents and training manuals. Well accustomed to consistent performance under pressure and working to deadline. Creativity is my passion. Developing numerous skills in which to express creativity in many forms has been my ongoing pleasure. Indeed, as a director or producer or manager, when time permits, I like to know as much as possible about the tasks I am requesting from collaborators. I never view learning a new skill as being beneath me, yet also do not hesitate to delegate when required. I do, however, enjoy taking the helm when I can call on my extensive range of experience and believe that my wider perspective always brings forward a superior result. Respect is a key principle for me, along with honesty, commitment and open communication.