Courtney Brown - A Biography

Courtney’s technological interests and online aptitude lead him to a role as a Production Coordinator at Zeald.

During his time at Birkenhead College Courtney avidly pursued his interests in Media Studies and Photography. Learning the French language was also an interest and subsequently lead to a week long exchange to New Caledonia, to explore and be immersed in the French Pacific culture.

After leaving school, Courtney went to the Auckland University of Technology (AUT) to study a Bachelor of Communication Studies. He liked the idea of embarking on a career in Journalism, due to his interest in news and current affairs, and competence in writing. But after experiencing various aspects of the advertising industry, he decided to major in Advertising Creativity for his final year. Courtney also enjoyed doing papers in Photography, Journalism, Marketing and Television alongside his major. He thoroughly enjoyed the course as it was very hands-on and had great industry recognition and connections.

Courtney’s technological interests and online aptitude lead to him to a role as a Production Coordinator at Zeald.

During his time off, Courtney loves having a competitive game of tennis with friends or at his local club. During the summer, he can be found swimming at his favourite beach up in Ruakaka where he regularly spends time at the family bach.

Courtney also looks forward to travelling further abroad than the Pacific, and hopes to go on an overseas experience in the near future.