My story…

HI, I'M ROB…
Anything creative, I’m on board. I’m passionate about film making, photography, design and about everything in between. I’ve been freelancing since 2014, when I won the Canon EYEcon photo competition. They put a brand-new camera in my hands and I haven’t looked back since.

Over the years, I have challenged myself to expand my skill-set, which has turned my interests into expertise in various new disciplines. I’ve grown from photographing shoots into directing full-blown advertising campaigns. From learning to make $0 budget music videos in 48hrs into directing major label album release packages for award-winning musicians. This is where I get most satisfaction from my work; learning new things and using my creativity.

 
 
 
 
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I’m Rob,

A ONE-MAN CREATIVE AGENCY, YOUR CREATIVE SWISS ARMY KNIFE OF SORTS, DETERMINED TO HELP THE VISION OF DREAMERS AND DOERS ALL OVER THE WORLD…

 
 
 
 
Testimonials
Devin Abrams Testimonial

“For me working with Rob was thoroughly enjoyable and fruitful. I came to him with what my album ‘A Lost Light’ meant to me and the story that I had created for it. I approached him with more of an openness for his visual interpretation of this story rather than a clear brief. He brought creativity, professionalism and energy to the collaboration that in the end delivered a magnificent outcome.”

—Devin Abrams
Award Winning Music Producer
(Pacific Heights, Artist Development, former founding member of Shapeshifter & Senior Lecturer Massey University)

Brent Mishkin Testimonial

“Chop has been lucky enough to have Rob Burrowes collaborate with us on a number of photo shoots in the last few years. Himself and Kate Stacey our creative director has come through with some incredible images and he has been our first-choice photographer for all of our projects up to know, and hopefully we can continue this relationship in the future. I can’t speak highly enough of Rob; he has always delivered has an incredible work ethic and without a shadow of a doubt is an exceptional photographer.”

—Brent Mishkin
Owner & Director of Chop Hair

Cam Maclean Testimonial

“Collaborating with Rob on the artwork for my debut single ‘New Horizon’ and other associated visual assets has been productive, fun & successful. Professionalism, determination & enthusiasm are traits that Rob possesses which ultimately landed this project in the ballpark. Rob’s go get it attitude & utmost desire to make his client’s happy are the reasons that I want to work with him on future projects.”

—Cam Maclean

Musician

Kate Stacey Testimonial

“Working with Rob is always a pleasure, he has a creative vision that pushes me to achieve more. He consistently comes to the table with ideas and references that always do the ultimate and excite me. I’ve done three campaigns with Rob and recommended him on to many of my industry friends to work with… He always delivers on time and strives for utter perfection, if you want the best job done you get Rob, he’s an artist.”

—Kate Stacey 

Hair Stylist & Creative Director
(Owner of Chop Hairdressing, educator for Kevin Murphy & stylist)

 
 
 

Hi I’m Rob…
Born and bred in windy Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, based in Melbourne, Australia. I’m all about creating meaningful collaborations and experiences through creativity: whether that’s creating a brand identity, commercial, short film, documentary or music video. I’m your creative all-rounder. Effective from 30,000ft at the strategic planning level, right down to the nitty-gritty technical specialities. I’m most at home working as a photographer and director. This has honed my eye for cinematic excellence, eye-catching and impactful imagery. I’m the happiest guiding a project through all the stages: from goal setting, to strategy, to directing and producing creative visuals. I value being well researched, tasteful and meaningful through my work.

Education
Wellington College (2011-2015)
Excellence Endorsed Overall Level 1,2 & 3
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Victoria University of Wellington (2017-2020)
Bachelor of Design Innovation
Communication Design (Minor in Marketing)

Print Publications
The FADER, Issue º95, New York, December 2014
D-Photo, Issue º64, New Zealand, Janurary 2015
Pro Photographer, Issue º10, New Zealand, Janurary 2015
Outliers, Issue º1, New Zealand, October 2016
Remix Magazine Issue º99, New Zealand, September 2018
Sunday Star Times, New Zealand, August 2021

Awards
Canon EYEcon Photography Competition – 1st Place (Nov, 2014)
Kingsize Studios Scholarship – Recipient (Apr, 2015)
NZQA National Subject Scholarship – Photography (Dec, 2015)
NZQA National Subject Scholarship – Design (Dec, 2015)

CV available on request.

 

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