Organising Team
Julian O'Shea, Festival Director
Dr Julian O'Shea is a designer, engineer and academic at Monash University within the School of Media, Film and Journalism. He's a video creator who has worked with ABC and as an independent creator, and host of the popular series Unknown Melbourne. His videos explore design, cities and interesting places. He has been named the Australian YouTube Breakout Creator of the Year and recently had a sell out season at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
YouTube: Julian O’Shea Instagram: @julianoshea TikTok: @julianoshea
Daniela Caldas, Festival Assistant & Volunteer Coordinator
Dr Daniela Caldas is a Sessional Academic at Monash University where she completed both her PhD and her Master of Communication and Media Studies. Daniela has over 10 years of experience in the film industry where she has worked in production, distribution, and film festivals in both Brazil in Australia. Her interest in the area also expands to her academic work where she investigates and teaches about media, film and cultural policies, festivals, and cultural and creative industries.
LinkedIn: Daniela Caldas