Jessie Oldfield and Adam Murfet are an award-winning directing duo known for their unique voice across narrative television, short films, and commercials. They began their careers with art-house fashion films, quickly gaining commercial recognition and working nationwide for top brands like Renault, Adidas, Country Road, Target, and Myer. Their signature bold visual style and wit have now transitioned into long-form narrative work.

Their television debut came with the half-hour comedy series “WHY ARE YOU LIKE THIS,” initially developed through their production company as part of the ABC’s Fresh Blood Pilot Season in 2019. In 2021, they produced and directed a six-part series for the ABC, which Netflix later picked up internationally. That same year, they directed a block of the Netflix and Fremantle Australia reboot of “HEARTBREAK HIGH,” released in 2022. This series won the 2023 International Emmy for Kids: Live Action and saw them return for Season 2. They also directed “TURN UP THE VOLUME” for Matchbox and the ABC in 2022.

Jessie and Adam have earned multiple accolades, including Best Direction in a TV Commercial at the Australian Directors’ Guild Awards and Best Australian Fashion Film. They were also nominated for Best Direction of a TV Comedy for “WHY ARE YOU LIKE THIS.” Besides their professional partnership, they are married, sharing a profound connection that enhances their creative work. Their projects aim to uncover the beauty and truth in every moment.