The First Inventors is streaming on Ten Play & SBS On Demand. Across nearly four hours of viewing, audiences get a taste test, almost to the point of familiarity, with the nine co-investigators. As part of the extensive impact strategy we want to dive into the story of the nine co-investigators who feature throughout the series. Some of the continents most revered Indigenous scientists, thinkers, researchers and keepers of continuous knowledge systems. This original mobcast series showcases how this collective of innovators are exercising ancient ingenuity to invent in the modern day and the formative storytelling that surrounds their achievement. MEET THE INVESTIGATORS will centre their voices. An inspiring unpacking of their ideas, ndings and unique approach to their research. To learn from and understand more about the journey undertaken to arrive at the modern convergence of time, place and culture. The series will reveal more about who they are and what it takes to walk between these two worlds.
Jake Duczynski is a proud Gomeroi and Mandandanji writer and director who is committed to First Nations representation on-screen and fortifying a space for Indigenous voices within the screen industry.
Duczynski explores storytelling in a digital space, working to establish cultural preservation, collaboration, facilitate representation and visualise stories unseen and untold.
In 2021 Duczynski launched STUDIO GILAY in partnership with James Hackett alongside a diverse team of talented creatives, bringing thought-provoking stories to screen.
Close collaboration is a key component to Jake’s process, working meaningfully with ne artists, communities, composers and companies to give each project a unique design presence and honest perspective.
