Jessie Oldfield and Adam Murfet are an award-winning directing duo known for their distinctive visual storytelling and sharp dramatic and comedic instincts across narrative television, short films, and commercials. They began their careers in art-house fashion film, quickly gaining commercial attention and collaborating with leading brands including Renault, Adidas, Kathmandu, Virgin, and Country Road.

Their move into narrative television came naturally, debuting with the comedy series “WHY ARE YOU LIKE THIS,” originally developed through their production company CKOL as part of the ABC’s Fresh Blood Pilot Season in 2019. This led to a full six-part ABC and Netflix co-production in 2021.

Jessie and Adam went on to direct episodes of Netflix and Fremantle Australia’s reboot of “HEARTBREAK HIGH” (2022), a series that earned the 2023 International Emmy for Kids: Live Action and the AACTA Award for Best Drama Series in 2025. After returning to direct Season 2, Jessie and Adam were invited back to set up and close the highly anticipated final season (Season 3), due soon. Their recent work also includes directing “TURN UP THE VOLUME” for Matchbox and the ABC.

Their projects have earned multiple accolades from the Australian Directors’ Guild Awards, including Best Direction in a TV Commercial, a nomination for Best Direction of a TV Comedy for “WHY ARE YOU LIKE THIS,” and a nomination for Best Direction of a TV Drama for Season 2 of “HEARTBREAK HIGH.”

Partners professionally and personally, Jessie and Adam’s genuine connection deeply influences their creative process, driving their commitment to capturing authentic, beautiful, and truthful storytelling.