Kate Reynolds Manager
Owner/Producer Kate Reynolds has 17 years’ experience in audio and post production. She’s one of those producers that knows everyone and everything, and if she doesn’t know, she’ll find out. Kate also runs the Melbourne Women in Post group–a community of like-minded post and production professionals who gather to share industry insights and a few drinks.
Kate is the chief trainer of Fonzie, the indoor-plant mama at Manimal, and can also mix a wicked cocktail.
Ryan Brett Editor/Colourist/VFX& Online
Owner/Operator Ryan Brett has been a post pro of the advertising and film industries since 2003 in a variety of capacities. With a passion for editing and story telling, a meticulous, bordering on obsessive, attention to detail, and vast experience as an online operator and colourist, Ryan Brett can do it all, but also loves working as part of a team of post specialists.
He is internationally represented for his work as a colourist and is now a full Member of the Colorist Society International (CSI).
Hannah Byrnand Senior Producer
Hannah Byrnand started her career as a theatrical stage manager and university tutor in the early 2000s, but eventually pivoted to working in TV, feature films and advertising production where she found her calling. She has been working in advertising since 2005 as a production producer, post house facilities manager, design producer, and a 3D/VFX producer, and enjoys working closely with creatives to bring their visions to life.
Hannah’s mix of on-set production experience and her wealth of knowledge regarding animation and visual effects processes makes her an invaluable producer skilled at managing any project at a senior level.
Emily Robb
Editor
Offline Editor Emily Robb has been cutting TVCs, music videos and short films for over 10 years at numerous post houses and agencies around Melbourne. Her narrative work has screened at Melbourne International Film Festival, Hollywood Comedy Shorts Film Festival, FLiCKERFEST, The Iris Prize amongst others and have picked up several accolades along the way.
Directors love her for her skilled storytelling, sharp comedy edits, fast turnarounds, and her laid-back and friendly nature. Manimal loves her for her no-fuss approach to projects, her super techy brain, and her hilarious stories.
Denzil Heeger
Editor/Colourist
Denzil is an editor and colourist with a passion for commercial and creative storytelling. Originating from Perth, WA, he has spent the last 6 years working on some of WA’s biggest campaigns before joining Manimal in 2022.
Denzil builds strong relationships with directors because of his collaborative working style, speed, and attention to detail. Denzil is also a very keen although average golfer and music fan
Fonzie
Fonzie is a very good boi.