Creatives

James is a writer/director/co-producer with 4 theatrically released feature film credits.

He has directed over 50 episodes of television drama and most recently, was the co/writer, director and co-producer on a feature length docu/drama to be released theatrically in Australia in late 2016.

His films have been shown at Toronto Film Festival, London Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival, Melbourne Film Festival, Hawaiian Film Festival, Sitges Film Festival in Spain, Hoff Film Festival in Germany to name a few.

NOTABLE WORK:
Whiteley (2016) Docudrama
The War That Changed Us (2014) TV Mini-Series Documentary (4 episodes)
K9 (2010) TV Series (7 episodes)
Closed for Winter (2009) Feature Film
Lockie Leonard Series 1 & 2 (2007 & 2010) TV Series (13 episodes)

AWARDS:
ATOM Best DocuDrama Award – The War that Changed Us (2010)

EMAIL: jamesbogle@mac.com
MOBILE: +61 417 935 801
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0091824/

Arnie has been working in drama for over 25 years.  Having worked in almost every state in Australia, his 16 years of directing have seen him helm flagship shows from Water Rats to The New Adventures of Flipper as well as Stingers, McLeod’s Daughters, Rescue Special Ops, Cops LAC, Wild Boys and many more.

Specialist in underwater, water, action and event television.  ADG judge in the TV Mini-Series category for the past 5 years.

NOTABLE WORK:
An Eye for an Eye, Revenge, All or Nothing (2015-2016) Telemovie Trilogy
Home and Away (2013-2018) TV Series (155 episodes)
Wild Boys (2011) TV Series
Rescue Special Ops Series 1,2,3 (2009-2011 ) TV Series (9 episodes)
McLeod’s Daughters Series 4,5,6,7,8 (2003-2008)  TV Series (34 episodes)

AWARDS:
Home & Away – Multiple AFI, AWG & Logie winning series
McLeod’s Daughters – AFI , Logie & AWG winning series
Stingers – AFI, Logie & AWG winning series
Round the Twist – AFI, BANFF & Logie winning series
Water Rats – AFI, Logie & AWG winning series

EMAIL: dreamweaver796@ozemail.com.au
MOBILE: +61 438 433 766
WEBSITE: http://www.arniecusto.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0193808/

Best known for his Stephen King adaptation 1922, starring Thomas Jane and Molly Parker, Hilditch works between Australia and the US. His West Coast Visions feature film These Final Hours, premiered at the 2014 Cannes film Festival Directors Fortnight.

Notable Work

• Rattlesnake (2019) Feature Film
• Stephen King’s 1922 (2017) Feature Film
• These Final Hours (2013) Feature Film

Awards

• AACTA Best Screenplay Short Film Award – Transmission (2012)
• Age Critics Prize, Melbourne International Film Festival (2014)
• Cannes Film Festival Golden Camera Nominee – These Final Hours (2014)

Email: zak_hilditch@hotmail.com
Agent: WME and Thruline Entertainment (USA)
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1991847/

Director/Writer Film and TV (since 1997)

NOTABLE WORK:
Who Do You Think You Are? (2011-2016) Documentary
The Bombing of Darwin – An Awkward Truth (2011) Documentary
Do Or Die (2011) Documentary
Mal.com (2011) TV Series
Passage To Malaysia (2009) Documentary

AWARDS:
SPA Best Documentary Independent Producer Award – The Bombing of Darwin – An Awkward Truth (2013)

EMAIL: stevenpeddie@optusnet.com.au
MOBILE: +61 409 683 457
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1176320/

John V. Soto recently won Best Director at the Austin Revolution Film Festival USA for his Sci Fi feature film The Gateway (2018) starring Jacqueline McKenzie.

The film was acquired and released across North America by Gravitas Ventures.  John also directed The Reckoning, a crime thriller starring Luke Hemsworth and Jonathan LaPaglia and also directed the supernatural horror, Needle, starring Travis Fimmel and Ben Mendelsohn. All of his films have been acquired by Australian TV networks and broadcast nationally, with The Gateway scheduled for broadcast in 2021. All of his films have been released in the US and other key international territories.

Notable Work

• The Gateway (2018): Sci Fi (90m) Feature Film
• The Reckoning (2014): Thriller (90m) Feature Film
• Needle (2011): Horror (89m) Feature Film
• Crush (2009): Supernatural (80m) Feature Film

Awards

• Austin Revolution Film Festival – Won Best Director for The Gateway (2018)
• British Independent Film Festival – Won Best Director for The Reckoning (2014)

Email: john@filmscope.com.au
Mobile: +61 413 510 630
Website: www.filmscope.com.au
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2644574/

Grant is a Western Australian filmmaker with over a decade of commercial directing experience in the state.

His debut feature I AM MOTHER premiered to rave reviews at 2019 Sundance film festival before being acquired by Netflix.

Notable Work

• I Am Mother (2019)

Awards

• Official Selection at Sundance Film Festival, 2019 (I Am Mother)

Contact

• Email: info@thepenguinempire.com
• Website: thepenguinempire.com
• IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3078140/

Renée is a TV drama director, a feature screenwriter, and TVC director.

She was the 2019 Recipient of West Coast Visions Feature Film Fund for her first feature film HOW TO PLEASE A WOMAN scheduled to shoot in 2021.

Renée also directs documentary.

Notable Work

• 2020 – ITCH Series One set-up Director
• 2020 – THE HEIGHTS Season Two series Director
• 2019 – THE HEIGHTS Season One series Director
• 2016 – BROWNES ‘A Natural Silence’ TV and Cinema commercial – Director

Contact Information

E: reneewebster@westnet.com.au
M: +61 417 943 106
W: https://www.beautifulpictures.com.au/directors/renee-webster/
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1211888/

With a career spanning nearly 25 years, Martin Wilson is an internationally awarded film director based in Perth, Western Australia.

His debut feature film Great White (due for release 2021), stars Katrina Bowden (30 Rock, Bold and the Beautiful) and Aaron Jakubenko (Tidelands, The Shannara Chronicles).

Notable Work

• Great White (2021) Feature Film
• Roll (2004) Telemovie
• Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home (2002) Short Film

Awards

• Australian Directors’ Guild Award nominee – Helping Minds (2018)
• St Kilda Film Festival Best Short Film Award – Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home (2001)
• Telluride Festival Certificate of Excellence – Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home (2001)
• New York Festivals Best Short Drama Award – Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home (2001)

EMAIL: marty@martinwilsonfilms.com
WEBSITE: martinwilsonfilms.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1193365/

Reg Cribb is an accomplished writer for the stage and screen and his plays have been performed both nationally and internationally.

Reg adapted his play Last Cab To Darwin as a feature film, directed by Jeremy Sims and starring Michael Caton and Jackie Weaver. The film was nominated for eight AACTA awards and won Best Adapted Screenplay; and was nominated for an AWGIE for Best Adapted Feature.

Reg adapted his first play, The Return, re-titled Last Train To Freo as a feature film. The screenplay was nominated for an AFI award for Best Adapted Screenplay and won the 2005 WA Premier’s Script Award.

NOTABLE WORK:
Last Cab to Darwin (2015) Feature
The Great Mint Swindle (2012) Telemovie
Last Train to Freo (2006) Feature
Bran Nue Dae (2009) Feature

AWARDS:
Australian Film Institute ACCTA Award Best Adapted Screenplay – Last Cab to Darwin (2016)
WA Premier’s Script Award, Last Train to Freo (2005)
WA Premier’s Literary Award (Best Script) – Last Cab To Darwin (2004)
Patrick White Playwright’s Award – Last Cab To Darwin (2003)

AGENT: The Yellow Agency, Jean Mostyn
EMAIL: contact@theyellowagency.com
PHONE: +61 2 8090 4421
WEBSITE: www.theyellowagency.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0187747/

Ben Elton is an English-Australian comedian, author, playwright and director.

He was the leader of the British alternative comedy movement of the 1980s, as a writer on such cult series as the Young Ones and Blackadder, as well as also a successful stand-up comedian on stage and TV. Since then he has published thirteen novels and more lately become known for writing the musical We Will Rock You and Love Never Dies. He has directed two of his own TV series: The Ben Elton Show and Ben Elton: The Man from Auntie.

NOTABLE WORK:
Upstart Crow (2016) TV Series
Popcorn (2014) Novel
We Will Rock You (2002) Musical Theatre
Maybe Baby (2000)Feature film
Blackadder (1986-1999) TV Series

AWARDS:
Olivier Award Audience Award – We Will Rock You (2011) and Popcorn (1998)
Honorary Rose Rose d’Or Light lifetime achievement (2007)
WH Smiths People’s Choice Fiction Award High Society (2003)
Critics Circle Award Best Musical – The Beautiful Game (2003)
BAFTA TV Award for Best Comedy Series – Blackadder Goes Forth (1990), Blackadder the Third (1988) and The Young Ones (1985)

Craig Silvey is a West Australian novelist based in Fremantle.

Craig was raised on an orchard in Western Australia. At the age of 19, he wrote his first novel, Rhubarb, while living in Fremantle, where he now resides. In 2007 Silvey released The World According to Warren, a picture book starring the guide-dog from Rhubarb. In early 2008, he completed his second novel, Jasper Jones, an award-winning gothic tale that has become a global hit. In addition to his literary pursuits, Silvey is the singer/songwriter for the band The Nancy Sikes.

NOTABLE WORK:
The Amber Amulet
Jasper Jones (Film adaptation produced in 2015)
Rhubarb

AWARDS:
USA Printz Honor Book for Excellence in YA literature Award – Jasper Jones (2012)
Winner Australian Book Industry Literary Book of the Year Award – Jasper Jones (2010)
Shortlisted Australian Miles Franklin Literary Award – Jasper Jones (2010)

One of Australia’s most esteemed novelists, Tim is the author of numerous books, including novels, a collection of stories, nonfiction and books for children.

All his books are still in print, have been published in eighteen different languages and his works have been successfully adapted for screen, stage and radio. The theatrical adaptation of Cloudstreet has been a major international success. Tim lives in Western Australia and many of his works feature its landscapes and people.

NOTABLE WORK:
Breath (Film adaptation produced in 2016)
The Turning (Film adaptation produced in 2012)
Cloudstreet (TV adaptation produced in 2010)
Lockie Leonard I&II (TV adaptation produced in 2007-10)
In the Winter Dark (Film adaptation produced in 1998)

AWARDS:
Miles Franklin Award – Breath (2009), Dirt Music (2002), Cloudstreet (1992) and Shallows (1984)
Western Australian Premier’s Book Award, Scripts Category – Cloudstreet: The Screenplay co-authored with Ellen Fontana (2005)
Booker Prize Shortlist – Dirt Music (2002) and The Riders (1995)
Australian Centenary Medal (2001)
Banjo Award – Cloudstreet (1991)

AGENT: Jenny Darling & Associates
PHONE: +61 3 9827 3883
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0936090/

Ian is an award winning Director of Photography with over 20 years of experience.

Ian’s awards include two AFI (AACTA) Awards, gold and silver ACS Awards and has been responsible for overseeing large scale productions.

NOTABLE WORK:
Shaun Micallef’s Stairway To Heaven (2015) Documentary
COAST Australia – Series 1 & 2 (2014/15) Documentary Series
Flying Miners (2014) Documentary Series
Tipping Points (2013) Documentary Series
Chateau Chunder (2011) Documentary
Two on the Great Divide (2011) Documentary Series

AWARDS:
AFI Award (AACTA) Best Cinematography in a Non-Feature 2004 – Inside Australia – Feature Documentary
AFI Award (AACTA) Best Cinematography in a Non-Feature 2009 – Cracking The Colour Code – Documentary Series
ACS Gold – Hoovers Gold (2005)
ACS Gold – Constructing Australia – Pipe Dreams (2007)
ACS Gold – Gallipoli Submarine (2008)
ACS Silver – Inside Australia (2004)
ACS Silver – Air Australia (2006)

MOBILE: +61 408 920 819
EMAIL: ian@thunderbox.tv
WEBSITE: http://www.thunderbox.tv/

Jim is an award-winning Cinematographer and Director of Photography specialising in documentaries, drama-documentaries, commercials and feature films.

Jim has worked all over the world with crews, from two man documentary crews, to full features crews where he has been the HOD for 20 crew. He is a very experienced Steadicam operator/owner and jib operator. He has immersed himself into drone technology and now runs 3 drones for aerial cinematography. Jim is a specialist in Steadicam and Drone cinematography.

NOTABLE WORK:
Whiteley (2016) Feature Docudrama
Surfing the Menu (2015) Lifestyle Series
Life in Space (2015) 3D IMAX Film
The War That Changed Us (2014) Documentary Mini-Series
Desert Wars (2013) Documentary

AWARDS:
ACS Golden Tripod Award – The War That Changed Us (2015)
ACS Golden Tripod Award – The Great Escape, The Reckoning (2010)
ACS Gold Award – Desert Wars (2014)
ACS Gold Award (2012) Singapore 1942 and The Reckoning

EMAIL: jimfrater@iinet.net.au
MOBILE: +61 402 107 137
WEBSITE: http://www.jimfrater.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2062352/

Michael ‘Mick’ McDermott has over 25 years’ industry experience (camera & lighting departments) and more than 18 years as a Cinematographer.

Mick’s scope includes TVC’s, features, documentaries, music videos and short films. He has photographed national campaigns for clients including Commonwealth Bank, Telstra, Optus, Officeworks, RAC, KIA Motors, KFC, and Kelloggs. Yes, he’s won his fair share of awards but more importantly, he loves his job. He is also an Owner/ Operator of Phantom Flex4k, Arri Alexa Mini, Arri Alexa Plus, Arri Alexa Classic cameras and Cooke S4 lenses. Visit www.transvision.com.au.

EMAIL: mick@transvision.com.au
MOBILE: +61 412 940 270
WEBSITE: www.transvision.com.au

Rick Rifici is an award-winning Australian DOP with over 30 years experience in the Film & TV industry. He has a unique body of work that reflects his love of motion pictures and his passion as an avid waterman.

NOTABLE WORK:
Breath (2016) Feature film
Adore (2014) Feature film
Drift (2013) Feature film
Mastercard (2016) TVC
Adidas (2016) TVC

AWARDS:
AACTA Nomination  “Best cinematography in a feature film” – Drift (2015)
Mumbrella Commercial TV of the year – St John Ambulance “Break the Barrier” TVC

EMAIL: rick@rickrifici.com
MOBILE: +61417940511
WEBSITE: www.rickrifici.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2830659/

After formal tertiary education in photography and art, Jason embarked on a professional career in cinematography.

Core to his training and style is his ability to adapt quickly to change and work fast. His work is a carefully measured combination of meticulous planning and working fast to capture the moment.

NOTABLE WORK:
First Flight (2016) Documentary
Indigenous Community Stories (2016) Documentary
Aussie Gold (2015) Documentary
The Reckoning (2014) Feature film
Little Sparrows (2010) Feature film

AWARDS:
Gold ACS Award
ACS Bronze Features Cinema Award – The Sculptor (2009)

MOBILE: +61 419 809 462
EMAIL: jason@jasonthomas.com.au
WEBSITE: http://www.jasonthomas.com.au

A Production Designer and Art Director with more than 10 years’ experience in five Australian States across feature film, television series and documentary drama.

NOTABLE WORK:
Whiteley (2016) Feature Docudrama
A Few Less Men (2015) Feature film
Bad Girl (2015) Feature film
8MMM (2014) TV Series
The War That Changed Us (2013) Documentary Mini-Series

EMAIL: emma.fletcher3@bigpond.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2706923/

Clayton Jauncey has worked as a production designer for almost 20 years.

In that time has worked in many genres and styles of film and television production.

NOTABLE WORK:
Hunters (2015) TV Series
Paper Planes (2015) Feature film
Last Cab to Darwin (2015) Feature film
An Accidental Soldier (2013) TV Film
Beneath Hill 60 (2010) Feature Film

AWARDS:
AACTA Production Design Award (2014) An Accidental Soldier
APDG Production Design Feature Film Award (2011) Beneath Hill 60

EMAIL: junkspacer@ozemail.com.au
AGENT: Lisa Mann Creative Management
WEBSITE: http://lmcm.com.au/creative/clayton-jauncey/
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0419436/

Born in Austria and an Australian citizen by choice, Herbert Pinter has been in the film industry since 1973.

Herbert has worked with directors Peter Weir on great Australian classics such as Picnic at Hanging Rock, Gallipoli, The Year of Living Dangerously, and Bruce Beresford on award winning Breaker Morant, Black Robe, Mr Johnson, Paradise Road and Bride of the Wind. Specialising in international Feature Film, Television Drama, he speaks English and German.

NOTABLE WORK:
Jasper Jones (2015) Feature film
The Secret River (2014) Mini-series
Serangoon Road (2013) Feature film
The Great Mint Swindle (2011) TV Movie
Cloudstreet (2010) Mini-series

AWARDS:
AACTA Production Design on a Mini-series Award (2015) The Secret River
AACTA Television Screen Craft Award (2011) Cloudstreet
Primetime Emmy Outstanding Art Direction Nominee (2003) And Starring Pancho Villa as Himself

EMAIL: herbertpinter@bigpond.com
WEBSITE: www.herbertpinter.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0684582/

Lisa is an established Costume Designer and Stylist who has worked in the Australian film industry for over 30 years.

Her work includes feature films, TV series and commercials. For the last 21 years Lisa has owned The Costume Studio; a business specialising in hiring period and theatrical costumes.

NOTABLE WORK:
Blight (2017) Short Film
Alpha Gateway (2016) Feature Film
A Few Less Men (2015) Feature Film
Parallax (2004) TV Series
Shark Net (2002) TV Miniseries
Let’s Get Skase (2000) Feature Film

EMAIL: lisagaleagunning@gmail.com
MOBILE: +61 417 903 665
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0301938/

Terri is a Costume Designer with over 30 years’ experience in the film and television industry across many styles and genres.

NOTABLE WORK:
Breath (2016) Feature Film
Hounds of Love (2016) Feature Film
Bad Girl (2016) Feature Film
An Accidental Soldier (2013) TV Film
Cloudstreet (2010) TV Mini-Series

AWARDS:
AACTA Costume Design Nominee – An Accidental Soldier (2014)

EMAIL: terrilamera@gmail.com
MOBILE: +61 418 195 334
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0483493/

Lien See has over 10 years of on set experience  working in both the Australian and International Film Industry. She is a graduate from the WA Academy of Performing Arts (Costume for Performance).

Notable Work

• Itch S2 (2020) TV Series
• I Met A Girl (2019) Feature Film
• The Heights S1 and S2 (2018-2019) TV Series
• Crazy Rich Asians (2017) Feature Film – Key Costumer
• Paper Planes (2014) Feature Film

AWARDS:
Australian Production Designer Guild Best Costume Nominee- Paper Planes (2015)

EMAIL: noir.leong@gmail.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3317990/