about me
Ruiqi (she/her) merges her passion for the performing arts with the artistry of visual storytelling, capturing the diverse perspectives of individuals and weaving compelling narratives through photography, videos, and documentaries. Her freelance work spans across film, live theatre, media, music events, and dance performances, where she serves as a videographer, film/video editor, livestream technician, or producer.At times, she embraces the moniker 'Tree'.
Videography
I find deep joy in immortalizing the essence of music events, live theatre, and dance through the art of filmmaking. My heart lies in collaborating closely with independent artists and non-profit arts organizations.Planning to document a show with a multi-camera setup? Or perhaps you need snippets filmed during rehearsals for a trailer?I'm your person! I deeply understand the profound need for video content for independent artists with experiences working in venues of all sizes across Naarm/Melbourne.I offer discounted rates to support those who strive to share their voice and vision with the audiences.
Video Editing
A longtime collaborator once described me as having the ability to 'turn shits into gold,' and I think that sums it up nicely.I believe every piece of footage tells a story worth hearing. Even what some might consider 'less than perfect' can resonate deeply and hold meaning.My job is all about weaving together something compelling and captivating. I'll happily dive into hours of footage to uncover those gems that really shine.
PAST PROJECTSDocumentary: Finding Affection
- Film Editor, Second CameraMusic Video: Jaago (L Fresh the Lion feat Neetu)
- Video EditorDocumentary: Geeta - Film Trailer EditorLA MAMA THEATRE
Videographer/Video editor/Livestream tech of around 40 shows per year since 2021 -
Just to name a few:
Three Sisters, The Mermaid, Unravel_Reckoning, Dear Ida, Utter Mess, From All Who Came Before, Mother Courage and Her Children, Curveball, An Indigenous Trilogy, All that Fall, Flesh Disease, The Six Guys an Immigrant Trans Person of Colour will date in Melbourne, My First Bike, Cactus, Garage Girls, Mi:Wi 3027, Starfish the [redacted], War-Rak/Banksia Festival, Body at Work, Nu Disco, A Suffocating Choking Feeling, Pastabate, a/lone, The Terminator, Straight White Male, and many many more...ILBIJERRI Theatre Company: Scar Trees at Dancehouse – Videographer, Video Editor
ILBIJERRI Theatre Company: Goodbye Aunty Flo at Gasworks Theatre – Videographer, Video EditorSangam Performing Arts - Digital Content Producer since 2020Project: Sangam Labs 2023 - Videographer, Video EditorProject: Muraliwala with live score by Hari Sivanesan & the South Asian Music Ensemble at Fed Square - Research and Documentation, Videographer, Video Editor
Highlight: The Flowering Tree
Trailer: Flesh Disease