Saebyul Koata
Auckland,CBD
Summary
Nau mai ki taku au. As a dedicated indigenous creative, I am passionate about storytelling and building connections within our community. As an award-winning filmmaker and current Bachelor of Arts student in Criminology and Korean, I combine logical judgment with creative vision in my work. My filmmaking is rooted in my heritage and explores social themes. My goal is to contribute fresh perspectives to Aotearoa’s film industry while fostering lasting collaborations across the Asia-Pacific creative and cultural communities. Ngā mihi.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Writer, Director, Producer
Uncut Media
12.2018 - Current
- Director, Writer, Producer+ "The Wētā" - short film 2023 - selected for multiple film festivals
- Writer - "The Wētā" feature film TBC
- Writer, Director - "Hands Getting Cold" TBC
- Crafted new series' and shorts based on market trends, with compelling narratives, character development, and dialogue.
- Experienced in brainstorming, outlining, and structuring plots across multiple genres.
- Collaborated with directors, producers, editors and co-writers to refine drafts, and bring scripts to life ensuring consistency and integrating feedback.
- Strong ability to conduct in-depth research for historical, cultural, and thematic accuracy in storytelling.
- Utilized writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Director, Production, Key Grip
Sailboat Films
06.2019 - 10.2023
- Line Producer - "Why I stopped Babysitting" 2023
- Director, Writer - "Date Crash" YouTube series 'Snap Shot Shorts" 2023
- Key Grip, BTS - "The Man Who Asked Why" one-shot 2019
- Line Pr, On-Set Manager, Covid-19 Coordinator - "EMBER" 2024
- Director, Writer - "For A Better Nation" 2023
Duty Manager
Cinemas
01.2018 - 02.2023
- Obtained LCQ through bartending
- Cinemas featured bars and restaurants - Hosted weddings, memorials, film festivals events and more
- Trained and supported new employees and provided ongoing support to junior staff.
Editor
The Conch
04.2019 - 11.2022
- Camera, Assistant Editor, Trailer Editor- Award-Winning film "A Boy Called Piano" 2020 - selected for more than 20 film festivals worldwide
- Evidence Editor - The Royal Commission of Inquiries into Abuse in State Care 2021.
- Editor - Samoan Language Week for Te Papa, National Museum 2021
- Proficient in cutting, assembling and refining footage in AVID, capcut and Samsung Studio.
- Created engaging narrative flow, enhanced emotional impacts and storytelling.
- Attention to detail spotting continuity errors, ensured smooth visuals and audio.
Continuity
Taylor Nixon
01.2020 - 04.2022
- 'ROADIE' web-series, 2022
- SFX - "Rickety Banter" 4 episodes, 2020.
Retail Worker
Anime House
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Stock-take, retail assistant, sales communications, open and close shifts
Live-In Lodge Host
Shelly Bay Lodge
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Streamlined communication between owner, manager, and cleaners.
- Sorted cleaning roster; maintenance work, daily housekeeping, painted road markings and signs, gardening/lawns.
Front of House Waitress
Portofino
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Front of House, waitress during , was private wait staff for luxury at and events
Freight Handler
NZ Post
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Assisted inventory management, on-site safety, and efficient freight handling and processing.
Retail Worker
The Warehouse
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Stock-take, layout organiser, perfume display, checkout
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Korean
University of Auckland
Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa 2026
Diploma - Screen Production
The New Zealand School of Film And Television
Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Aotearoa 12.2019
Certificate - Skin Care, SFX Make Up
WelTec / Whitireia
Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Aotearoa 09.2018
Certificate - Creative Media And Design
YooBee School Of Design
Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Aotearoa 2017
Skills
- Writing (Final Draft)
- Camera Operating (ARRI)
- Editing (AVID)
- Community Engagement
- First Aid Training
- Full NZ Drivers License
- Charismatic Mentor
- Nonverbal Communication
- Retail / Customer Service
- Research Development
Languages
Korean
Limited Working
NZSL
Elementary
Maori
Elementary
Certification
Masterclass in Cameras
NZ Cinematographers Guild 2020
LCQ Managers Certificate
Wellington City Council 2022
References
Charlie Leeming
Filmmaker / Writer / Unit
021653080
Sophie Hamilton
Producer / Writer / Social Media Manager
022 108 8684
Jada Jackson-Grammer
Lead Artist - Paintvine, Local Artist
021 0833 6990
Taylor Nixon
Filmmaker - Proud Dad Ltd
022 391 9406
Hayden Smithie
Filmmaker - Capvista
021 0636 037
*Additional Work History, Volunteer and Extracurricular, Acting and other References available on request.
Volunteer History
2013- 2023
Quarantine worker, Cat carer
Te Whanganui-a-Tara S.P.C.A
Wakaoriori S.P.C.A
2023+
Concert/Rig Pack-downs
Ed Sheeran, Foo Fighters +
Te Whanganui-a-Tara
2019
Pet Carer - Creature Comforts
Te Whanganui-a-Tara
2017
Sales Assistant + Stall Runner
Martinborough Fair, Wairarapa
Timeline
Retail Worker
Anime House
11.2021 - 01.2022
Live-In Lodge Host
Shelly Bay Lodge
01.2021 - 07.2021
Continuity
Taylor Nixon
01.2020 - 04.2022
Front of House Waitress
Portofino
08.2019 - 11.2019
Director, Production, Key Grip
Sailboat Films
06.2019 - 10.2023
Editor
The Conch
04.2019 - 11.2022
Writer, Director, Producer
Uncut Media
12.2018 - Current
Duty Manager
Cinemas
01.2018 - 02.2023
Freight Handler
NZ Post
11.2017 - 02.2018
Retail Worker
The Warehouse
10.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Korean
University of Auckland
Diploma - Screen Production
The New Zealand School of Film And Television
Certificate - Skin Care, SFX Make Up
WelTec / Whitireia
Certificate - Creative Media And Design
YooBee School Of Design
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