Alex Farley
Auckland
Summary
Alex Farley is a dynamic filmmaker and content creator based in Tāmaki Makaurau, New Zealand, holding a Master’s degree in writing and directing from the University of Auckland. Recognized for her diligent and innovative approach to crafting engaging content. Alex is a passionate communicator skilled in managing the entire content creation process, ensuring each project reflects a unique vision and connects meaningfully with audiences. She is committed to pushing creative boundaries while delivering high-quality narratives that inspire and inform.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director / Editor
Far Out Productions
01.2024 - Current
- Co-Founded the independent production company producing high-quality film and social media content for a diverse range of brands and public figures.
- Directed, produced and edited the NZIFF nominated short film “Wild Nights, Wild Nights!” Managing a 40 man crew over two weeks, coordinating scheduling, marketing and festival outreach.
- Directed, edited and produced Greta Van Den Brinks debut music video U+I. Greta has a combined social presence of over 50 thousand. Her music has been credited by Rolling Stone ANZ.
- Produced social media docu-series for Pho Yen - viral Vietnamese Pho restaurant.
- Worked with telecom giant Spark NZ to produce a rainbow short film screening. Bringing together four queer film makers to platform and discuss LGBTQIA+ film making.
Producer
Episode One Redux - Pilot Initiative by NZOA, RNZ and PASC
01.2025 - Current
- Crafted and scheduled series publicity plan in accordance with key audience demographics.
- Balanced budgetary constraints with artistic vision to create a high production value pilot.
- Oversaw hiring and management of cast, crew, and department heads, fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced on-set efficiency and morale.
- Negotiated contracts with talent, vendors, and locations, ensuring legal compliance and cost-effectiveness throughout production.
- Maintained meticulous production documentation, call sheets, and budget reports to ensure transparency and ease of reporting to investors and stakeholders.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
Finance Lender
Gilrose Finance
10.2022 - Current
- Successfully originated and managed personal and small business loans up to $15,000, maintaining a high approval-to-funding conversion rate while ensuring compliance with internal risk guidelines.
- Conducted detailed credit analysis and income verification, ensuring accurate risk assessments and minimising delinquency rates below company benchmarks.
- Provided clear, client-centered financial guidance to help borrowers understand loan terms, repayment schedules, and budgeting strategies, resulting in high customer satisfaction scores.
- Negotiated loan structures to align borrower needs with organizational lending policies, balancing client advocacy with risk mitigation.
Swim Teacher
Hilton Brown Swimming
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Taught swimming techniques and water safety to children and adults of varying skill levels, fostering confidence and skill progression in a supportive environment.
- Designed and led structured swim lessons that improved stroke technique, endurance, and water confidence, ensuring safety while maintaining student engagement.
Education
Master of Arts - Writing / Directing
University of Auckland
Auckland09-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Screen Production and Criminology
University of Auckland
Auckland01.2023
DUX -
Birkenhead College
Auckland12.2019
Skills
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in Adobe Suite
- Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop
- Proficient in Davinci Resolve
- Skilled in Canva graphics creation
- Proficient in Google Suite
- Effective stakeholder communication
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strategic production planning
- Content planning for social platforms
- Quantitative analysis of metrics
Accomplishments
- Wrote, directed and edited the New Zealand International Film Festival finalist “Wild Nights, Wild Nights!” 2025.
- Collaborated with Spark NZ to co-ordinate a rainbow short film festival.
- Received the substantive Taitea Masters Award in Creative Research from the University of Auckland towards the production of her short WILD NIGHTS, WILD NIGHTS!
LANGUAGES
English Native
Timeline
Producer
Episode One Redux - Pilot Initiative by NZOA, RNZ and PASC
01.2025 - Current
Director / Editor
Far Out Productions
01.2024 - Current
Finance Lender
Gilrose Finance
10.2022 - Current
Swim Teacher
Hilton Brown Swimming
01.2019 - 12.2020
Master of Arts - Writing / Directing
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Arts - Screen Production and Criminology
University of Auckland
DUX -
Birkenhead College
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