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Ashley Pye
Joined on
May 2024
Location
Wellington
Ethnicity
Māori, Cook Islands Maori, European
Iwi
Ngāti Kahungunu ki Te Whanganui-a-Orotu, Ngāti Tahu-Ngāti Whaoa (Te Arawa)
Languages
English
Years of Experience
About me
My goal in my mahi kiriata is to uplift voices of minority groups and highlight our beautiful Indigenous stories. I have experience in writing, directing, editing, lighting, and camera work, and am always excited to take on new opportunities.
Proficiencies & skills
Screenwriting and Storytelling
Strong practice in highlighting lesser known stories and revealing the worlds of minority groups.
Directing
Editing and Colour Grading
Lighting
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington
2024
Featured work
Family Recipe
Writer/Director
A short film about two brothers clashing in a small war in disobeying familial and cultural traditions, instead prioritising those who are right in front of you.
Transitions Through Music
Director of Photography/Editor
A short documentary about a transgender Filipino's experience of transitioning, and how it affected the music he creates.
Home by Now
Director of Photography/Colourist
A short film about a girl coming to terms with sexual asssault, who uses her mind to conjure up her old best friend as a comfort figure and help her through the trauma.
