Hamish Heney
Christchurch,Rolleston
Summary
AV technician and multimedia creative with experience across large‑scale events, client services, and creative media. Skilled in coordinating complex technical setups, managing crews and contractors, and delivering seamless event experiences in fast‑paced environments. Additional strengths in photography, video editing, and animation, bringing a strong understanding of visual storytelling and production workflows.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audio Visual Operations Technician
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
07.2025 - Current
- Assumed responsibility as AV Operations Technician at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, enhancing expertise in large-scale event delivery and technical operations.
Audio Visual Technician
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Assisted teams in executing live events for Te Pae. Supported setup and coordination of numerous events. Developed skills in leadership and problem-solving through collaborative efforts.
- Applied critical thinking to resolve unexpected technical difficulties, maintaining client assurance and satisfaction throughout the process.
- The best part of this job is seeing how happy the client is once the event concludes—big smiles all around.
- Operated AV equipment for events, ensuring optimal audio and visual quality.
Video Editor
Orly
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Gained valuable insights from leading industry professionals at Orly Creative Media, New Zealand's longest-running video production company.
- Acquired expertise in video editing, 3D and 2D animation, and on-set skills including camera assistance, photography, and videography.
- I am excited to share the various projects I will be involved with in the future!
Beverage Supervisor
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Working for the Culinary services at Te Pae, bringing high end services to world class conferences and events.
Sound Technician
BounceNZ
08.2023 - 04.2024
- At Bounce, I learned what it’s like to work for a production company that truly knows how to make noise. This experience was both invaluable and exhausting—traveling from place to place, setting up and tearing down sound systems of all different shapes and sizes.
- Being new to the industry, I had to earn my place by showing the team that I was there to work hard and learn as much as possible. I’m definitely grateful for the experience.
Internship Trainee
Orly Creative Media
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Currently using my skills and learning new ones at Orly Creative media, Helping Mat and Tim shoot Different Advertisements across Christchurch.
Bar Waiter
The Last Word, Whisky & Cocktail Lounge
09.2022 - 01.2023
- The Last Word has been a great opportunity to learn bartending and to better my knowledge in whisky and other alcoholic beverage.
Cafe Worker
Robert Harris Cafe
07.2017 - 12.2022
- Robert Harris was my first job, and I’ve learnt so much from them like; food preservation/ presentation, serving customers, people skills and how to make a great coffee.
Boom Operator
Klean slate films, Stodeworth Films
08.2022 - 09.2022
- I was recommended to be a boom mic operator for a short film called On the Edge of Hope. A few weeks of travelling and filming, was a great experience to be a part of.
Live Sound Engineer
CentreStage Rolleston
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Cultivated expertise in sound engineering through independent study and practical experience. Managed sound operations for Centre Stage Rolleston, fostering confidence to engage with diverse projects. Mastered digital audio tools, enhancing proficiency in EQ, compression, and gating. Oversaw sound engineering for six productions, integrating microphones and live orchestral performances.
Education
Diploma - Audio Engineering and Sound Production L6
Mainz Christchurch
11.2023
Diploma - Audio Engineering and Sound Production L5
MAINZ Christchruch
11.2022
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Rolleston College
12.2021
Skills
- AV Operations & Event Delivery
- Client Communication
- Technical Problem‑Solving
- Crew & Contractor Coordination
- Live Sound Engineering
- Video Editing & Colour Grading
- 2D/3D Animation
- Photography & Content Creation
Certification
CERTIFICATIONS
- Dante Certification Level 3
- Qsys Level 2
- MEWP License
Timeline
Audio Visual Operations Technician
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
07.2025 - Current
Video Editor
Orly
01.2025 - 05.2025
Sound Technician
BounceNZ
08.2023 - 04.2024
Beverage Supervisor
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
02.2023 - 10.2024
Internship Trainee
Orly Creative Media
11.2022 - 11.2023
Bar Waiter
The Last Word, Whisky & Cocktail Lounge
09.2022 - 01.2023
Boom Operator
Klean slate films, Stodeworth Films
08.2022 - 09.2022
Audio Visual Technician
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
07.2021 - 07.2025
Cafe Worker
Robert Harris Cafe
07.2017 - 12.2022
Live Sound Engineer
CentreStage Rolleston
07.2017 - 01.2020
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Rolleston College
Diploma - Audio Engineering and Sound Production L6
Mainz Christchurch
Diploma - Audio Engineering and Sound Production L5
MAINZ Christchruch