DREAM DIVERS

Committed to women's empowerment, the Dream Divers team combines expertise, creativity, and dedication to create impactful narratives that inspire and challenge the status quo.

Founder & Director
Onnie Chan
Onnie is a creative powerhouse with a passion for immersive media technology such as AR and VR. With a Master's degree in Immersive Media Technology and a background in theatre and drama, she brings a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to her work. As the Artistic Director of Banana Effect (Hong Kong), she has directed various productions that spark discussions. Additionally, Onnie has valuable experience as a Creative Director at FreeingHK, where she managed a creative team, created over 30 escape game rooms that were franchised worldwide, and stayed updated on market trends for game room development. She is also the founder of the Women in Creative Technologies at the University of Adelaide, demonstrating her commitment to empowering women in the field. With her exceptional creativity, effective communication skills, and deep understanding of storytelling techniques, Onnie is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of creativity in the creative tech industry.

Tech Lead
Paola Antunes
Paola is not only a highly skilled and versatile 3D artist with over 5 years of experience in various fields such as games production, architectural visualization, immersive reality (VR and AR), and multimedia projects, she has demonstrated exceptional talent and expertise. Her proficiency in software like Unreal Engine, Unity, Maya, Zbrush, and other game development tools has contributed to her success in the industry. Alongside her technical skills, Paola possesses a strong creative vision and a passion for pushing boundaries in game development. She is dedicated, innovative, and excellent in the field.

Senior Designer
Helen Chandler
Helen is a versatile professional with a passion for environmental advocacy and promoting public engagement with science. In 2002, she relocated to The Netherlands and joined Friends of the Earth, an international grassroots environmental NGO, where she excelled as an assistant communications officer. Later, Helen transitioned to the role of Scientific Manager at The Arts & Genomics Centre at the University of Amsterdam, facilitating collaborations between artists and lab scientists. Alongside her scientific pursuits, she is also deeply involved in creative technologies arts, specializing in TouchDesigner. Her recent accomplishments include a successful exhibition at Light Adelaide and being a core member of the Adelaide Fringe 2023 production, Dreamland: Isthmus. With her diverse skill set and dedication to both the environment and the arts, she continues to make a significant impact.