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Duncan has over 25 years of experience nationally and internationally in the media, arts, education and entertainment industries in a broad range of roles across all major art forms.
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Education
Bachelor of Arts in Writing, Media and Visual Arts, SCU, NSW, Australia.
Bachelor of Arts in Drama (deferred). Queensland University of Technology.
TESOL and TEFL Certified. College of Teachers England and English Business College Language Services.
Director's Course. National Institute of Drama Arts Australia.
Arts Administration Traineeship. Gary McEwan Art Gallery, Vic, Australia.
Awards / Professional Development
Golden Lion at the Cannes Industry Craft Lions, live launch of 'Game of Thrones', 2019 (Immersive Theatre Director) .
Official Selection, Cannes International Film Festival, 2001 (Production Designer) .
Touring Award, San Diego International Fringe Arts Festival, 2018 (Director and Co-Producer) .
World Tour Ready Award, Sydney Fringe Arts Festival, 2018 (Director and Co-Producer) .
Children's Event Award, Perth Fringe Arts Festival, 2019 (Director and Co-Producer) .
Spanish Level Intermediate. Latin America.
Nationality Australian. Accent neutral / international. Private elocution training.
Professional Experience
Private Business English Teacher, Online International 2022 to present
Clients in France, Portugal, Peru, Mexico, Colombia
The Senior Producer , Dirty Work Media, Guadalajara, Mexico. 2021 and 2022
Two documentary series, TV pilots, a short film, online content and events.
2021 Show Reel https://vimeo.com/645411733
English Teacher at Polyglot Language School, Mexico City. 2020
Teach English to adults, teenagers and children in class and online.
Lesson planning and curriculum development based on the Cambridge System.
Monitor, train and observe new teachers.
Create educational videos and extra curricular programs.
Teacher, Trainer and Teaching Artist for The Sydney Opera House. 2018 -2020.
Write, develop and deliver State Education Department approved training and professional development programs in creativity for primary and secondary school teachers across Sydney.
Create and teach multi-arts and education programs for students in primary and secondary schools.
Teaching artist for school holiday creative learning programs and workshops for students of all ages at the Sydney Opera House.
Direct secondary school students in theatrical production at The Sydney Opera House.
Assistant Art Director. The National TV station and leader in education, ABC TV. Sydney. 2018-2019.
'Giggle and Hoot'. Daily children's TV.
Education and Creative Director, the Sydney Festival, Community Arts Education Program and Event . 2019.
Create an arts and environmental education program for students of all ages.
Develop and deliver recycled arts classes for up to 200 participants.
Employ, train and lead the team of teaching artists.
Present and lead a public parade with the students and their large moving sculptures for the peak cultural festival in Australia.
https://2019.sydneyfestival.org.au/events/fly-me-the-moon-workshops
Immersive Theatre Director. FoxTel TV. Sydney. 2019.
'Game of Thrones'. Live national theatrical launch of new series.
Winner of Golden Lion at the Cannes Industry Craft Lions.
https://www.thedrum.com/news/2019/04/12/foxtel-builds-graveyard-all-the-characters-have-died-game-thrones
Dramaturge. Merida, Mexico. 2019.
'Medea'. Site specific theatre
https://www.puntomedio.mx/esay-montara-11-puestas-teatrales/
Director and Co-Producer. Sydney & Perth, Fringe Festivals. Regional Tour. 2018-2019.
'Mr Gorski'. Theatre for children.
Co-Writer. Roundabout Theatre, NSW Regional Arts Conference, Australia. 2018
Colours. Interactive theatre for children.
Theatre Designer. Sydney, 2018.
'Roomba Nation'. Theatre for adults.
https://suzygoessee.com/2018/07/06/review-roomba-nation-hurrah-hurrah-the-old-505-theatre/
Teacher of Masters Degree Students studying Social Work at the Australian College of Applied Psychology in Sydney. 2017.
Teach Masters of Social Work students to create and lead cultural development and literacy projects for prisoners and disadvantaged communities.
Create and deliver the program for the prisoners whilst training and supervising The Masters student’s practical placement.
Access and evaluate the Master’s students capabilities and progress.
Create and present an exhibition of the prisoner’s work in a large community festival.
Liaise with prison and social work faculty staff to develop best professional practices.
Director, Co-Writer Sydney. 2018.
Interactive show for a prestigious corporate tourism event.
'Tasmanian Feast of Winter'.
Director, Co-Writer, Co-Producer. Headlining Sydney Fringe Festival. 2017.
'Undertaking'. Immersive theatre. Mongrel Mouth Productions.
Creator and Director, Sydney 2017.
'Flamboyance Fundraiser' cabaret for people in Iran and Chechnya.
https://www.starobserver.com.au/photos/flamboyance-fundraiser/159937
Installation Designer. Sydney. 2017.
'Get Up National Symposium'. Large outdoor interactive installation / sculpture.
Designer. Sydney. 2017.
'Equity Fest'. Interactive installation for Sydney Health Department conference participants .
Teacher and Artist in Residence. Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico. 2017.
Independent theatre company and cultural association.
Performer. Merida, 2017.
'La Pocha Nostra'. Mexican performance art collective.
Director and Performer. Sydney. 2013-2017.
'Gale and Valance'. Theatrical entertainment for events.
Director, Designer, Co-Writer. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth. 2016.
'Jack Daniels'. Immersive theatre for international corporate brand.
Director, Co-Writer, Co-Producer. Sydney. 2016.
'The Bee and the Tree'. Educational and interactive theatre for children. Mongrel Mouth Productions.
Director, Co-Writer, Co-Producer. Sydney. 2015.
'Like Me'. Immersive, site specific theatre for adults. Mongrel Mouth Productions.
Director, Co-Writer, Co-Producer. Sydney. 2014
'The Age of Entitlement'. Immersive, site specific theatre for adults. Mongrel Mouth Productions.
Director, Co-Writer, Co-Producer. Sydney. 2014
'The Silence Came'. Immersive, site specific theatre for adults. Mongrel Mouth Productions.
Director, Co-Writer, Producer, Designer. Sydney. 2014
'The Phobicos'. Masked theatre for Amnesty International. 2013
Creator and Director, Sydney. 2014.
Higgledy Piggledy'. Environmental Street Theatre for Greenpeace and Peoples Climate March.
Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager. Sydney. 2010-2019.
Entertainment and corporate events across the city. Including Sydney Opera House
Director, Designer, Sydney. 2013.
'Two Rooms'. Independent theatre.
Performer for Roving Theatre. Woodford Folk Festival, Australia, 2013.
'Fly Cycle'. Comedic physical theatre at the largest festival in Australia.
Translator and English Editor. Sydney. 2013.
'9 Vital Stories'. Book and documentary about Latin American refugees living in Australia.
https://www.sbs.com.au/language/english/audio/9-vital-stories-experiences-of-our-refugees-7
Performer. Sydney. 2013.
'The Slow Show'. Theatre for families. Australia Day festival.
State Director Of Largest Arts in Education Program in Australia. 2011.
Create, program and deliver over 30 touring theatre, visual arts and music programs and productions into preschool, primary and secondary schools across the country.
Lead a department of over 30 artists ,administrators and teachers.
Supervise the creation of curriculum based educational resources for all programs.
Manage all contractual and logistical matters for staff and tours.
Produce and Direct educational theatre productions performed in schools.
evaluate outside arts and education programs applying to work in schools in association with the State Education Department.
Manage the budget and oversee all marketing and publicity for the program.
Director of Multi Arts and Education Residency for Students in Brisbane. 2011
Create and deliver a week long residential music, drama and visual arts ‘camp’ for 150 secondary students.
Employ and supervise a staff of 12 teachers.
Manage the development of the curriculum/
Supervise the management of all associated logistics and marketing etc.
https://www.ipswichadvertiser.com.au/news/power-to-perform/1564671/
Teacher At Remote Arts and Education Community Festival. Blackall, Australia. 2010.
Develop and deliver visual arts and theatre workshops for young people and families which led to a remote community cultural festival.
Collaborate with presenting organisations to ensure all content was curriculum and community appropriate.
English and Special Needs Teacher for Early Years at Markham College, British International school, in Lima, Peru. 2009.
Create and develop curriculum and lesson plans in collaboration with the school psychologist for students with specific needs.
Teach students with special needs and learning requirements.
Create individual lessons plans and learning modifications for students in other classes.
Teach and deliver English classes.
Access all enrolling students in collaboration with the psychologist and school deputy.
Extensive report writing.
Assistant Documentarian. Iquitos Peru. 2009.
'Amazonian International Leaders Conference'. The Red Frontier for Human Rights.
https://www.facebook.com/BorderNetworkForHumanRights/posts/la-red-fronteriza-por-los-derechos-humans-is-holding-computer-forums / 1023897381019107 /
Creative Consultant. Brisbane. 2008.
Young People and The Arts Australia.
Performer. Byron Bay, Australia, 2007.
'The Backpackers'. Roving theatre at large outdoor festival.
English Teacher at Shin Top English Academy in South Korea. 2006-2007.
Develop and create ESL curriculum for preschool, primary and secondary school students.
Plan and deliver lessons for students including teaching IELTS and TOEFL.
Report writing and assessment of students.
Train and supervise new teachers.
Performer for Roving Theatre Troupe. NSW, Australia. 2005-2006.
'The Clouds'. Various outdoors festivals.
Designer and Co-Creator. NSW, Australia. 2005.
'The Green House'. Interactive, touring, educational theatre and film.
Multimedia Director. Mullumbimby, Australia. 2005.
'The Frocks'. Independent Theatre.
Costume Designer. Byron Bay, Australia. 2003.
'Bin Ya' But Sea Creatures'. Environmental theatre.
Workshop Facilitator. Byron Bay. 2002.
'Links To Learning'. Programs in theatre and film making for marginalised youth.
Designer. Melbourne. 2000.
'Martin Four'. Short Film. Official selection, Cannes International Film Festival,
Troia International Film Festival and London Australian Film festival
https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/the-screen-guide/t/martin-four-2000/16693/
Co-Producer, Co-Director. Lismore, Australia. 2003, 2004, 2006.
'Tropical Fruits' NYE Arts Festival. A 3-day event for 3500 people. Multi venues, stages, 250 volunteers,
1000 people camping, film festival, cabaret and community centre.
Stage and Production Management. Australia. 1996 -2019.
Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Museum of Contemporary Art,
Major Performing Arts Centers across Australia, Major hotels, Amusement Parks,
Stadiums, Circus and Festival Tents, including national tours and parades.
Props, Maker, Buyer and Props On Stage. 2009 - 2018.
Opera Australia and entertainment companies across Australia.
Director. Australia. 2000 - 2005
Various independent short films and documentaries.
Costumes. Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide. 1996-2000.
'English National Ballet Stadium Tour', 'Moulin Rouge Film', 'Nickelodeon', Cameron Macintosh, Dainty, The Really Useful Theatre Company
and other major musicals and productions across Australia.