THE MAKERS SERIES_
Launching Wed 27 November 2024.
The first event in The Makers Series will take place at the SAE Sydney campus and streamed online. ***Exclusive SAE student event - Check your SAE email for the registration link.***
ABOUT THE MAKERS SERIES
Showcasing the outstanding work and personal stories of creative industry professionals, SAE’s Makers Series of live events provides a platform for ‘makers’ to share their inspirational journeys and industry insights.
Featuring in-depth presentations and Q&A sessions with industry experts from a wide range of creative, media and technical practices, each event will explore a particular discipline of study.
Throughout these events, we’ll explore the complex creative journey – from idea to execution – by inviting ‘makers’ to showcase their work and share insights from celebrated projects.
EVENT #1 |
FROM SOUND TO SCREEN_
Join us on Wednesday 27 November from 11am (AEDT) at SAE Sydney or online via Zoom for the first event in The Makers Series: From Sound to Screen with Martin Kwok and Namila Benson.
In addition to hearing from our experts, you’ll have the opportunity to ask Martin your burning questions during our Q&A, plus get a selfie during the pre-event meet and greet.
This exclusive event is capped at 65 in-person attendees – secure your spot today to avoid missing out! Check your SAE email for the registration link.
Who:
- Martin Kwok: Renowned sound engineer and post-production specialist, known for Dune 2, Avatar 2, and Emmy Award winner for The Beatles: Get Back.
- Namila Benson: Acclaimed arts journalist and curator, known for The Art Of… and Art Works, with a focus on contemporary and historical art movements.
When: Wednesday 27 November 2024 (Week 11), 11.00am – 1.20pm (AEDT)
Where: SAE University College Auditorium, Sydney Campus OR online via Zoom
- Pre-event Meet & Greet: 11.00am – 11.30am
- Martin Kwok’s talk: 11.30am – 11.55am
- Martin & Namila discussion: 12.00pm – 12.40pm
- Audience Q&A: 12.40pm – 12.55pm
- Post-event photo-op: 1.00pm – 1.20pm
Our Guests
Martin Kwok
With over 20 years of experience working at Peter Jackson’s Park Road Post, Martin Kwok has honed his expertise in film, TV, and animation. He is renowned for working on some of the world’s biggest films, including Dune II, Avatar II,️ The Beatles: Get Back, ️King Kong, and all The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films.
Travelling from his home in New Zealand for this special event, Martin will share his industry insights, experience and anecdotes with attendees, providing a rare inside look at the dynamic world of sound design and production.
“I want to inspire the next generation of creatives, or makers, to follow their hearts, ignite their passions and find their way forward to wherever their path leads.” Martin Kwok
Our Guests
Namila Benson
Joining Martin as our live Q&A host is acclaimed arts journalist, author and presenter, Namila Benson. Namila is a broadcaster, producer, writer and educator, currently hosting ABC TV’s “The Art Of…”.
Focusing on black body politics and settler identity, Namila skillfully guides complex conversations on race, culture and gender, challenging perceptions of ‘otherness’ through a creative lens and bringing critical nuance to a wide range of discussions.
“Studying and working in the creative industries mean every now and then you will encounter impressive people like Martin who demonstrate their genius, creativity and innovation within an exciting field; and they’re doing roles and you may not have heard of. Perhaps there’s one little nugget Martin will reveal about the field that helps shape possibilities for where your future as a maker might lie.” Namila Benson
SAE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
SAE University College is the place for creatives and innovators. Every year, we support students globally to develop the skills and experience needed to carve successful careers in animation, audio, computer science, music, creative industries, design, vfx & virtual production, film and games.
We pride ourselves on being technically explorative, transformative and brave through our range of creative media programs. We deliver a unique and immersive learning experience that is focused on practical skills, hands-on experience, and a commitment to academic excellence. You’ll finish your studies with real transferable skills that will take you into the working world with confidence.
What you can study at SAE
SAE offers creative media education in Animation, Audio, Computer Science, Design, Film, Games, VFX, Music and more.You can study a diploma, an associate degree, a bachelor's degree or apply for postgraduate study. You do not need an ATAR and could even apply with relevant industry experience. Check out our course guide for more info.
What students say about SAE
Eliza Allard
SAE Alumni | Current Job: Director/Founder, The Content Lab
Enrico Leasa
SAE Alumni | Current Job: Layout artist at Industrial Light & Magic
Thomas Hartley
SAE Alumni | Current Job: Creative Designer (CAA Agency & previously at Adidas)SAE Student work
Guitar Gods is a 2D animated short created in Trimester 6 (final) of the Bachelor of Animation.
Student work
SAE film student, Jessica Sherlock conceived, filmed, and produced a documentary, Concrete Denizens, which highlighted the inclusive skate culture in Brisbane. Jess worked with other film and audio students to bring the project to life.
Jessica Sherlock, Lindsay Sultana, Matthew Johnson, Kyle Wheeler are SAE film students who collaborated and worked on this project as part of the Film Studio 4 (Production) unit in Trimester 5 of the Bachelor of Film degree.
Violet Hubris is a cosmic action-horror game exploring humanity’s thirst for knowledge, power, and belonging in a harsh universe. Created by SAE Melbourne students – this project features work from cross-disciplines, meaning students in different courses collaborated to bring the project to life.
We love the motion, fantasy, colour and drama of this one. Games, Animation, Audio and Design students collaborated on this project.
Credits:
Nora Lück-Jennings – Game Design
Jackson Symss – Game Design
Josh Ayala – Game Design
Wilma Signal – Game Design
Cameron Griffith – Animation
Siyao Song – Animation
Elyssa La – Animation
Russell Toffoli – Audio
Mohit Rao – Audio
Josie Sippel – Voice Acting
George Takis – Graphic Design
Angus Martin – Graphic Design
Kukunochi is a sophisticated and cross collaborative short film involving students from Animation, Film, Design and Audio courses at SAE.
The Kukunochi film is the final capstone project for many of the students completing bachelor degrees at SAE Perth.
Synopsis: The story presents an arrogant girl, Katsumi, who learns a thing or two from Yamato, who embodies kindness and humility. Their unbalanced relationship is encapsulated through their sparring as they practice Kendo. Katsumi’s arrogance beats down on Yamato again and again. However, even when beaten repeatedly, Yamato’s determination never fazes.
They emotionally evolve after having experienced a confrontation with an angered spirit called the Kukunochi, where Katsumi learns the true meaning of humility.
Directed By
MIA DATOR
NAOMI HERMANS
Character Animator | MIA DATOR
Lead Character Artist | NAOMI HERMANS
Character Artist | QUAN TRAN
Rigging | JAMES GOODCHILD
Lead Environment Artist | ALEX IRELAND
Environment Artist | JAKE MENDOZA
Rigging Artist | JASBIR SINGH
Concept Artist | ABBEY JANSSEN
Storyboard Artist | NANDA W.
Cinematographer | DANIEL VILLA
Editor & Colourist | DYLAN MARINKO
Writer | MICHAEL GOULD-BROWN
Music Producer | CONOR ATKINSON
Audio Management | MONICA PETRA CHRISTINA
Mix Engineer | CHARLES WARNER
Voice Actor | AUDREY DANIELLA
Lead Branding and Marketing | SAMUEL BOURKE
Marketing | QALIESHA TRIVINO
Special thanks to our mentors
- TIM KITEVSKI
- DAVEY GOH
- STEVE TEUNE
- KALEB TRELOAR
MitchID is the work of Mitchell Viney and served as his personal branding identity which he used for his professional portfolio and online presence. The project aims to highlight his 3D illustration, branding and graphic design skills.
Industry professional programs such as the Adobe Suite were integrated with 3D software such as Maxon Cinema 4D. Mitch experimented with colour, tone and texture to create these 3D illustrations exploring themes such as organic / nature VS structural/man-made.
You can view more of Mitch’s work at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/45778903/Mitch-ID
Whilst still studying Mitch has secured work from organisations such as Bond & Coyne Studio, London and A & R Healthcare.
SAE student, Ness Mari, recorded a live stream for her performance in Music Studio 3, a unit of the Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production course.
We think Ness is such a talent and we just can’t stop watching this one.
Song: Wildfire
SAE Melbourne student
Vanessa Mari
