I’m a 24-year-old multi-media journalist and photographer in Wellington, New Zealand.
I am currently working as a journalism tutor at Whitireia Polytechnic, and also produce news-photo slide show content for National Bank, ANZ Bank and Koru Lounges in airports in New Zealand and Australia.
In my spare time I like to take photos, make comics, go fishing or play guitar (although spare time seems to be rare these days…)
Thanks for having a look at my little patch of the web, I’m always keen to hear your opinions on my site and posts, so please feel free to leave a comment, suggestion or criticism below.
You can email me at luke_applebyNOSPAM@hotmail.com, just remove the NOSPAM bit. Cheers!
Summary
- Multi-Media Journalist (Print, Web, TV, Radio) – Photographer – Video and audio producer and editor – Internet media specialist – Tutor.
- National Certificate and a National Diploma in Journalism (Multi-Media) from Whitireia Journalism School, Wellington, New Zealand.
- Qantas Media Awards 2009 Finalist – Student Journalist (Print).
- Canon Best Photographer award 2009.
- Typing speed of 60+ wpm and Teeline Shorthand speed of 80+ wpm.
My interests include news-website development, multi-media content production, editorial production for newspapers, radio or television, audio and video editing, web 2.0 applications, new media, alternative news medium integration and photography (studio/portrait/macro/landscape).
Specialties
Photography, Adobe Photoshop, illustration, web-based media and blogging, Microsoft applications, media law, social networking, video and audio production and editing, technology/IT and news story writing.
Experience
Journalism Tutor at Whitireia Journalism School
March 2009 – Present (6 months)
Teaching photography, web journalism, new media, blogging, Adobe Photoshop, video and audio capture/editing and web-based publishing.
Recommendation available.
Content producer at Content Limited
July 2008 – Present (1 year 1 month)
Creating news-picture slide shows using images from Getty and Reuters for airport lounges and banks in Australia and New Zealand.
Two recommendations available.
Photographer at Maritime Union New Zealand
November 2007 – Present (2 years)
Photographer for the Maritime Union’s magazine: The Maritimes. Past issues have included several cover-shots and full-page spreads.
Recommendation available.
Education
Whitireia Journalism School, Wellington
National Certificate and National Diploma in Journalism (Multi-Media) – 2009
Activities: 2009 Internship at Hawke’s Bay Today regional newspaper, Napier.
William Colenso College, Napier
Higher School Certificate.
Senior Excellence Award – Design.
Honours – Ilford Shield Photographic Competition.
Honours and Awards
1.) Qantas Media Awards 2009 Finalist – Student Journalist (Print).
2.) Canon Best Photographer Award 2009.
3.) New Zealand Electoral Commission Award for Election Reporting, 2008.
Interests/Hobbies
Photography, technology, new media, journalism, writing, information technology, current affairs, teaching, music and motoring.
Appraisals
“Luke is the epitome of the next generation of journalists. He has all the basic reporting and writing skills journalists have always needed, but he also knows how the new media works and where journalism has to adapt.” — Jim Tucker, Programme Manager, Whitireia Journalism School
“Luke is one of the mainstay providers of content for a daily news service provided by Content Ltd into bank main branches and airline lounges. This is a high profile environment requiring good editorial judgment and attention to detail. Luke is a vital link in the chain to getting that result day in, day out. He is personable, flexible and talented. — Pattrick Smellie, Owner, Content Ltd
“Luke is a self-starter who takes responsibility for his tasks and thinks outside the box when things don’t go to plan. He brings a level of maturity to his work and typically ensures things get done on time, to a high standard. I would regard him as a reliable asset for any employer.” — Jonathan Underhill, Owner, Content Ltd
“Luke always asked for more when he had completed tasks, his productivity was very good. His stories were excellent, and he went the extra mile on many. He is willing to learn, asks questions, listens and his standard of writing is very good.” — Pauline Sutton, Chief Reporter, Hawke’s Bay Today Communities
“Luke has carried out a number of freelance photography assignments for our organization. He is able to work independently and use his initiative to deliver excellent results. He is professional and easy to deal with, and can be relied on to get the job done efficiently and effectively. I’d be happy to recommend Luke as a great, general-purpose freelance photographer.” — Victor Billot, Communications Officer, Maritime Union of New Zealand
