In Conversation with Jake Duczynski from Studio Gilay

Hosted by Awesome Black’s Head of Gaming, Ben Armstrong, join Studio Gilay’s Jake Duczynski for an intimate chat about how this half-Indigenous-owned production company has built a reputation for honest and design-driven storytelling, working with big names like the ABC, Stan, Vivid Sydney, Netflix and more.

About Jake Duczynski

Jake Duczynski is a proud Gomeroi and Mandandanji writer and director who is committed to Indigenous representation on-screen and to fortifying a space for Indigenous voices in the Australian animation industry.

About Studio Gillay

Formed in 2021 by Jake Duczynski and James Hackett, Studio Gilay is a Sydney-based, half-Indigenous-owned production company renowned for its close collaboration and honest approach to design-driven storytelling. Committed to originality, diversity, and meaningful on-screen representation, Gilay is supported by a dynamic and passionate team. The studio is a creative powerhouse, featuring writers, directors, and artists, with over a third of the team representing Indigenous backgrounds. 

In addition to our animation, design and live-action work, Studio Gilay excels at crafting bespoke artworks that seamlessly integrate into cohesive campaigns. Whether it's branding and merchandising, or art infused with live-action or animation, Studio Gilay prides itself on meaningful collaboration with clients, delivering innovative work that showcases original artistry. 

South Eveleigh acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which South Eveleigh stands today, the Gadigal of the Eora nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

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• We may be capturing some photos & videos of the event to be used on our digital channels. Please let us know on the day or email us at south.eveleigh@mirvac.com if you prefer not to be photographed.

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