Naomi Seale

Media Studies

Senior University Tutor

Biography

I am a senior university tutor in audio visual production in Maynooth University’s department of Media Studies. I worked previously for Pulse College (Windmill Lane Studios).

I am a television expert with over 25 years of experience spanning commercial, corporate, and online production. I have honed a comprehensive skill set in every aspect of broadcast production, from directing and filming to editing and audio-visual expertise. Having worked for multiple television stations and independent companies, I have contributed to a broad range of high-profile projects, at home and abroad, embracing innovation while preserving the essence of visual storytelling.

In addition to practical industry experience, I have been an educator for many years, teaching across both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. As a long-term contract faculty member at Maynooth University for over a decade, I have developed and taught a variety of practice-based modules, equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving media landscape. My passion for teaching lies in providing students with a solid understanding of both the creative and technical aspects of television production.

A continual learner, I remain at the forefront of the industry's rapid technological advancements. With an eye on new trends, tools, and techniques, this ensures that both my personal practice and educational offerings reflect the latest developments in broadcast technology.

My unique combination of industry expertise and academic dedication has shaped a career centered around creativity, education, and innovation, always striving to inspire the next generation of media professionals.

Professional Associations

Description Function From / To
Screen Training Ireland Media Industry -
Aontas (National Adult Learning Organisation) Adult education -
The Teaching Council Education -

Honors and Awards

Date Title Awarding Body
30/10/2015 Received Award from the Department of Media Studies for Academic Excellence. Maynooth University
03/06/2014 Shortlisted for a Radharc Award for my short documentary Keeping Up with Rachael. Radharc Awards
03/05/2014 Directed and filmed a short film The Promise. Independant
03/04/2021 Fellow on Team Teaching & Learning Report 2020. Title: Innovating the Practice Curriculum for Student Success in Critical Media Production. Maynooth University

Employment

Employer Position From / To
Virgin Media TV Contract Lighting Cameraperson 03/04/2020 -
TV3, UTV, TG4, Trocaire, Irish Aid. Freelance Lighting Cameraperson shooting for broadcast and commercial companies 01/01/2012 - 03/04/2020
TV3 Television Network Lighting EFP and ENG Cameraperson 02/02/2002 - 02/02/2012

Education

Start date Institution Qualification Subject
Maynooth University Post Graduate Higher Diploma in Adult & Further Education Adult Education
Maynooth University Masters degree Radio & Television Production Media Studies

Other Activities

Description
Foreign shoots for TV3 and Virgin Media in both EFP and ENG worldwide: UK, Portugal, Spain, Malta, Argentina, Mexico, Africa, Canada.
Produced and directed a short film called The Promise.
TV3 documentary called One in a Million. A day in the life of 3 Irish children diagnosed with rare illnesses and the challenges they face.
Lighting Cameraperson across a wide variety of Irish programming. Virgin Media News, The Tonight Show, 3 News, Tonight with Vincent Browne, Exposé, Ireland AM, Midday, Elaine Show, 6 o' Clock Show, Nuacht.
Produced and directed a short documentary Keeping Up with Rachael. This fly-on-the-wall documentary follows a young girl living with cerebral palsy.
Three-part documentary series called Macalla Ón Sliabh, commissioned by TG4. Social commentary based around the Ten Commandments in modern Ireland.
Online docu-drama educational series filmed on- location in Kenya for Trocaire, Maynooth.
Short Documentaries on the "Blood-Diamond” industry and the impact of war, filmed on-location in Sierra Leone. Broadcast on RTE. Funded by Irish Aid.
TG4 documentary, Slán Ón Stoirm. This documentary followed three women on their journey through their illness with breast cancer.
Lighting Cameraperson - Three-part TV3 investigative documentary series: Paul Connolly Investigates.

Outreach Activities

Organisation Type Description
2025 - Audio Visual Trainer for Gael Scoil Maigh Nuad teachers for oral histories project. Civic Society

Teaching Interests

I lecture on undergraduate and postgraduate courses on subjects related to the study of television, screen media and media technologies as well as screen production.

Taught modules are as follows:

BA Media Studies

-              MD181 Foundations of Media Production

-              MD237 Digital Marketing Content Creation

-              MD222 Television Studio Production

-              MD236 Advanced Television Studio Production

-              MD338 Commercial Video


MA Critical and Creative Media

-              MD629 Screen Production, Formats and Genres

-              MD619 Crafted Television