AMBEKOBA

About.

I am an Australian student with a deep passion for art, history, film and music. I started making short films when I received my first iPad at nine. Since then, I have taught myself to edit using Premiere Pro, iMovie, and LumaTouch, creating several award-winning short films.

YAA.

In 2023, I was invited to join the Young Actor’s Assembly, Sydney’s premier acting and leadership program focused on screen acting and filmmaking. Each year, we analyse scripts, explore the latest acting techniques, and develop audition strategies while shooting showreel scenes at iconic Sydney locations.

We collaborate with industry experts to create 4-5 short film concepts and scripts, which we audition for. We each take on key roles in preproduction to solidify all the details fo the film before producing content. With a professional film crew, we shoot on location over three long days, culminating in a red carpet gala event at the Chauvel Cinema in Paddington, where our films are showcased.

While I love acting, I find my true inspiration behind the scenes, watching a story unfold, and helping bring a director’s vision to life.

Experience.

In 2024, I co-wrote the script for The Culling, a short film about a group of farm kids facing a difficult choice. I also played the lead role of Bec, a neighbour who challenges their decision. In addition, I worked as a Production Assistant, and my contribution was so valued that I was invited to work in the same role on Posted, another YAA short.

Thanks to my work with Daniel Watson  and Dario Salomone on The Culling, and Ronnie S. Riskalla on Posted, I was later invited to assist on The Intervention, a short film by Daniel Watson, and worked as an Art Assistant on Backfoot, directed by Damien Hempstead.

I’ve also completed several work experience placements with Maselli Films, Broken Yellow, and the ABC. These opportunities have led to further production work. I thrive in creative environments and love the challenge of bringing together all the different elements needed to make a story come alive.

Language.

I am currently studying the International Baccalaureate (IB), developing a global perspective through a rigorous curriculum that includes both French and English. This bilingual education not only strengthens my proficiency in both languages, but also enriches my understanding of diverse cultures – an essential asset for a career in film production, where storytelling transcends language and cultural barriers.

ENGLISH: Native Fluent
FRENCH: Native Fluent
MANDARIN: Elementary (HSK Level 1)

I am proficient in many accents, including:
English, French, Irish, Russian, American … and of course, Australian.

Achievements.

• Currently studying within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at The International French School in Sydney, receiving the ‘Spirit of IB’ Award for Year 11.
• Work Experience: 10 days working at Maselli Films assisting with casting, editing and tutoring. I also worked with Broken Yellow Productions honing my editing skills.
• School Exchange Program 2024: I spent five weeks in Barcelona attending Lycée Français de Barcelone, following my exchange student’s visit to Sydney.
• Let’s Create Our Own Start-Up 2023: Completed a 10-week entrepreneurial program where we designed and marketed our own start-up project. Our creation, ‘Briquastique’ – bricks made from waste plastic to enable low-cost housing for underprivileged communities – received a Special Award.
• Won numerous awards for my short films: These include Best Actress (3 times), Best Screenplay, as well as a several Highly Commended. See my full list of awarding-winning films.

Skills.

Software Proficiency:

• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Studiobinder
• LumaTouch
• Apple iMovie
• iStopmotion
• CapCut (iPhone)
• Google Workspace
• Artlist.io Sound Studio

Acting:

• Currently studying ‘The Screen Actor + Filmmaker’ with Young Actors Assembly (40-week program).
• Previous training with NIDA, AFTRS (including Stop Motion and Special Effects course), and ATYP.

Artistic Skills:

• Drawing
• Animation
• Stop motion
• Film
• Costume design
• Music appreciation

Leadership:

Team leader in directing and producing school group projects, transforming mundane tasks into fun, creative works.

Historical Knowledge:

I am especially passionate about European history, with a focus on The Classics and British history. I can list the Kings and Queens of England in order, and offer fun facts about the toilet habits of the Romans … thank you Horrible Histories!