# About Us
Trending Media Australia is a Brisbane‑based video production, event management and media communications company, specialising in high quality, story driven content for brands, organisations and communities across Australia.
Since 2014, we’ve been helping businesses, charities and institutions connect with audiences through video production, live and hybrid event production, livestreams, podcasts, digital content and strategic marketing.
Our work is designed to cut through, create impact and deliver real outcomes - not just views.
# Brisbane Based with Global Reach
Headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland, Trending Media Australia operates from one of the largest privately owned production studios in South East Queensland.
Our purpose-built studio gives us complete creative control across filming, live production, green screen work, podcasts, livestreams and post-production, enabling us to deliver broadcast-quality results efficiently and consistently.
While Brisbane is home, our work extends across Australia and internationally, supporting clients across multiple industries.
Our content has been produced for a wide range of platforms and audiences, including large-scale digital and outdoor formats such as Times Square, New York, demonstrating our ability to deliver scalable production solutions with global reach.
# Our Team
Behind Trending Media Australia is a small, highly experienced team of producers, creatives and communicators who bring stories to life.
Supported by one of the largest production studios in South East Queensland, our team blends creative thinking with practical execution, ensuring every project is delivered with clarity, care and impact.
We work collaboratively with our clients, becoming an extension of their team and taking pride in producing work that is both technically excellent and purpose-driven.
Aaron Lucas
Creative Content Director
& Media Communications Manager
Aaron is a senior media professional with more than 30 years’ experience across radio, television and digital production.
After working as a journalist and newsreader in major metro markets, Aaron moved into television production before co-founding Trending Media Australia in 2014.
He now leads creative content and media communications, ensuring every project meets the highest production and storytelling standards.
Jesse Ellis
Managing Director & Events Manager
Jesse began his media career in 2006 and has worked across major television productions including I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here and Big Brother Australia.
With a strong background both behind the camera and in production coordination, Jesse excels at managing crews, schedules and complex workflows.
As Event Manager, he has successfully delivered conferences, fundraisers and awards ceremonies, ensuring every event runs smoothly from planning through to execution.
Harrison Lessells
Creative Content Developer
With experience researching, producing and filming engaging stories across digital and broadcast platforms, Harrison brings a journalistic mindset & filmmaking approach to content creation, with a strong focus on storytelling, accessibility and authenticity.
Harrison plays a key role in developing content from concept through to final delivery, ensuring stories are accurate, engaging and audience-focused.
Alfonso Mavares
Motion Graphics & Animator
Alfonso brings ideas to life through motion graphics, animation and visual design.
His work adds clarity, energy and polish to video content, helping complex information feel engaging and accessible. From animated explainers to graphic overlays and branded motion elements, Alfonso’s work plays a vital role in elevating the visual impact of Trending Media Australia’s productions.
Jimmy
Managing Director of All Things Dog & Sleep Related
At 11 years young, this adorable Border Collie is a permanent fixture in the office and studio, overseeing daily operations from the comfiest spot available.
Jimmy specialises in morale boosting, stress reduction and reminding the team when it’s time for a break.
He takes his role very seriously (especially the sleeping part).
Marketing & Social Media Consultant
Gabrielle is a marketing and social media strategist focused on turning content into tangible business results. She brings a clear, structured approach to brand messaging, ensuring every piece of content has a purpose and a pathway to conversion.
Trending Media Australia's partnerhship with Same Lane Studio ensures content isn’t just seen, it’s aligned, intentional and driving real outcomes.
# An Extension of Your Team
Partnering with Trending Media Australia means gaining access to an experienced production, event management and media communications team without the cost, complexity or commitment of building one internally.
Rather than investing in full-time staff, equipment, studios and systems, our clients work with us as a trusted extension of their team, scaling capability as needed across video production, events and content delivery.
We integrate seamlessly into existing workflows, take the time to understand your brand and objectives, and deliver professional outcomes with flexibility, efficiency and consistency.
# What We Do
Video production sits at the core of everything we do.
We produce commercial video content, branded storytelling, documentaries, social media video, broadcast‑ready programs and digital series; From concept development and scripting through to filming, editing and delivery, we manage the entire production process in‑house.
Our team understands how video needs to perform across platforms, whether it’s for television, YouTube, websites, social media or internal communications, ensuring content is not only visually strong, but strategically effective.
Our event management services cover the planning, coordination and delivery of events from concept through to completion.
We manage schedules, crews, suppliers, run sheets and onsite logistics, ensuring each event runs smoothly and efficiently.
Acting as a central point of coordination, we take the pressure off internal teams while maintaining clear communication at every stage.
With experience delivering corporate events, conferences, fundraising initiatives and large-scale community events, we bring structure, calm and reliability to complex environments where timing, flow and attention to detail are critical.
Trending Media Australia delivers professional event production services that focus on the technical and creative delivery of live, hybrid and livestreamed events.
This includes audiovisual production, staging, lighting, screen content, livestreaming, live switching and onsite technical coordination.
Our team ensures every element works together seamlessly, creating polished, engaging experiences for both in-room and online audiences.
From conferences and awards ceremonies to fundraisers and community events, we specialise in high-quality production that enhances storytelling, supports speakers and performers, and elevates the overall audience experience.
Marketing
Great content only works if it reaches the right audience.
Our marketing and content strategy services help clients shape their message, strengthen their brand voice and distribute content effectively.
We work with organisations to align video, events and digital media into a cohesive communication strategy, supporting launches, campaigns, awareness initiatives and ongoing content programs.
We also produce professional video podcasts and audio content, offering studio‑based and on‑location recording, editing and distribution support.
Podcasts are an increasingly powerful way for brands and organisations to build authority, tell longer‑form stories and engage audiences on a deeper level, and our studio is fully equipped to support high‑quality podcast production from start to finish.
# Why Us
Purpose-Led Storytelling
A defining part of our work is a commitment to purpose‑driven storytelling.
We’re proud to collaborate with charities, advocacy organisations and community groups, producing content that elevates lived experience and gives voice to stories that matter.
Projects such as long‑running television and digital series, educational platforms and fundraising events reflect our belief that media can be both creative and socially impactful.
How We Work
We’re known for being collaborative, adaptable and detail‑focused.
Every project begins with understanding our client’s goals, audience and message; From there, we design a production approach that balances creativity with clarity, ensuring each piece of content or event serves a clear purpose.
Our in‑house capabilities combined with experienced producers, directors, editors and technical crew allow us to deliver consistently high standards while remaining flexible to project needs and timelines.
Why Trending Media Australia
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Brisbane‑based video production and event management specialists
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One of the largest production studios in South East Queensland
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End‑to‑end services: video production, event production, media communications and podcasts
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Broadcast‑quality equipment and experienced in‑house team
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Strong focus on storytelling, strategy and real‑world outcomes