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Ngā Aho Whakaari empowers, promotes and advocates for Māori voices and stories within the Aotearoa New Zealand screen industry.

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Ashley Pye

Wellington

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.