Vision8 Team

Andy McGrath

Director / Producer / Chef

Andy is renowned for making videos easy, fun and memorable.

An experienced TV industry Director/Cameraman, Series Editor, music composer and former owner of Auckland-based film & motion graphics company Afterglow Films, Andy brings together skills from over 25 years of crafting professional video and television.

From directing commercials for Hyundai, McDonalds, NZ Beef & Lamb, producing nationwide video campaigns for Coastguard or directing big screens for Kanye West concerts, Rugby World Cup Finals, Andy’s experience brings the whole process together seamlessly giving you piece of mind.

"I have worked with Andy for the last 12 years on various projects. Each project has required a conscientious, professional and highly creative person, to which Andy fits the bill many times. He has a wide range of professional knowledge; people skills and communication skills. I have never been disappointed by any of his contributions to my projects. If you are looking for someone who can take you and your project to the next level - Andy McGrath is great to talk to."

Mechele Harron, TV Producer

MashIt
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Andy McGrath over the past 10 years. Andy is a gifted videographer, a neat guy and a pro to work with."

Zlata Kozhemyako, CEO, Interlike

FabuFit
“When we needed a Director who understood how to engage a viewer and tell a great story, Andy delivered. His ability to quickly build a rapport with the talent and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera was part of our show’s success. It also helps, that he’s a really nice guy and easy to work with.”

Malcolm Clement, Executive Producer, FlightPathTV

YesSuits

Duncan McCann

Creative Director / Sauce Reduction

The secret sauce for any good communication is a good creative concept that reduces information clutter to the essence of what’s required.

After 20 years as a writer, producer, and strategist in Advertising and Communications Agencies, Duncan lends creative and analytical firepower to crafting messages and understanding audiences.

No matter what stage of planning or execution is required, Duncan has successfully implemented strategic communications and production for Business and Government sectors for over 20 years.

Gary Leano

Graphic FX Director / Hot Sauce

The whiz-bang-wow of videos directly affects viewer perceptions and the effectiveness of your message and branding.

Gary has spent decades at the top of his game providing specialist motion graphics, animation, and compositing for advertising, branding and promos for broadcasters like Sky Sport, TVNZ, TV3, Whakaata Māori, and a huge range of Vision8 client projects.

Kat Greagar

Photography / Underwater camera / Stylish Sauce

Kat has over 20+ years of experience in commercial and creative photography, creative design, sales management, and branding.

Her photography expertise and keen eye for detail on any shoot adds the splash of colour and creative garnish that draws in viewers. Her lifelong connection with the moana provides Vision8 with an unsurpassed underwater camera experience.

Jeramiah Ross

Audio Design / Composition / Saucy Sounds

A genius in the sound studio, Jeramiah has provided sound design and music composition for award-winning creative companies, including Weta Workshop, Dreamworks, RESN, PIKPOK, Activision, Adult-Swim Games, and Magic Leap. He has recorded many albums as the artist, Module (Loop Records).

He composed the soundtrack for the 'Send Yourself to Wellington' campaign, scored the video game Shatter (which sold over a million copies), and has collaborated with many top New Zealand artists, including Pitch Black, Fly My Pretties, The Black Seeds, Rhombus and Rhian Sheehan.