Welcome to Media Elves
Your story matters. We’re here to make it shine.
Media Elves is a small media production company based in Wellington, New Zealand.
We are a tight-knit team of creative thinkers with diverse skill sets in video production, photography, and storytelling, offering creative services from concept development to final delivery.
A little bit about us…
Our creative services
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Producing inspirational, corporate and educational assets
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Capturing important moments that matter to you
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Bringing unique and engaging content to life
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Crafting compelling copy for your online presence or printed publications
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Planning your expedition or event, on land or at sea
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Upskilling your staff in any of our areas of expertise
What does it cost?
We charge between $160-250/hour, depending on the equipment used and services required.
Government agencies
We are proud to be a service provider for All-of-Government Creative and Media Services. Special rates apply.
Meet our Elves
Discover the diverse talents and passionate dedication of our exceptional team.
Pascale Otis
Content producer
With a master's degree in biology and a passion for scientific communication, Pascale embarked on a thrilling 20+ year journey that inspired her to create Media Elves.
Her adventurous career has taken her across the globe, from the icy landscapes of Greenland and Antarctica to the sun-kissed shores of the South Pacific islands. Pascale has worn many hats along the way, including being a sailing crew member on research vessels and managing media outputs for exciting projects.
In recognition of her ability to inspire others through storytelling and encourage them to explore and protect our world, Canadian Geographic magazine named Pascale one of Canada's greatest explorers - science communication, in 2020.
Dave Allen
Content Producer/Photographer
With over three decades of experience, Dave has honed his craft in creating compelling content that showcases the significance of your work and captivates audiences.
His passion lies in crafting stories related to science, agriculture, and the environment, and his extensive portfolio includes collaborations with many renowned broadcasters, and esteemed research institutions.
Dave’s core strengths lie in story development, video production, and still photography, allowing him to bring ideas to life in a visually striking manner.
https://www.daveallen.photography/
Dr Rhian Salmon
Communications Expert
Rhian is an academic, teacher, and engagement specialist with a PhD in Atmospheric Chemistry. She co-founded the School of Science in Society at Victoria University of Wellington and is a Principal Investigator with Te Pūnaha Matatini, co-leading their Engagement Community of Inquiry and co-creating Engagement Incubators.
Rhian is well-established in the Science Communication community in Aotearoa and internationally. She offers services in engagement initiative design through the Science Communication Laundromat, retreat facilitation at Waihōanga River Lodge and Retreat, and freelance work in public engagement, research proposal editing, peer-review, and workshop facilitation.
Samuel Maxwell
Animator/Visual Effects
Samuel is a versatile creative professional with expertise in graphic design, animation, and visual storytelling. He holds degrees in Animation, Visual Effects, and Media Design from Victoria University of Wellington.
As a Graphic Designer, Samuel specializes in creating captivating 3D animations while also possessing skills in 2D animation. His passion lies in crafting compelling narratives and leveraging visual elements to enhance messages that positively influence the world.
Organisations we’ve worked with
