GOLD COAST FACULTY & STAFF
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Key Administration |
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Elle Bailey Chief Executive Officer Elle Bailey is the Chief Executive Officer of New York Film Academy Australia (“NYFA Australia”) and a founding member of the NYFA Australia Board of Directors. Additionally, Elle continues to serve as a senior executive of New York Film Academy, having overseen marketing and business development for the institution globally since 2012. Elle’s career began in Sydney, Australia where she majored in Business Management and Marketing and worked in marketing, design, sales and business administration management roles, before accepting a position with New York Film Academy in New York City. |
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Cate Mullins Dean of College Cate has worked in senior roles across various industries including education, the arts, legal (private practice and inhouse), and as a national general manager in the banking & financial services sector. A strong education professional, Cate holds a Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts from Theatre Nepean, and a Bachelor of Laws - Hons 1, from the University of Technology, Sydney. |
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Carley Myers Registrar Carley has years of expertise in student services, policy & procedures, and RTO compliance having worked with the Professional Golfers’ Association International Golf Institute on the Gold Coast. Prior to this, she coordinated various corporate and charity events such as the Australian Ladies Masters. Carley enjoys assisting students and managing the Student Services Department. |
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Suzi Tones Registrar As the Registrar of New York Film Academy Australia, Suzi manages the Student Services Department. She has spent the past nineteen years working for the Department of Education, in both schools and corporate environments. The senior roles that Suzi has undertaken during this time include managing the intake of international students in QLD government schools and managing their academic and welfare throughout their programs. Suzi also speaks fluent Japanese, enjoys culture and travel, and loves seeing students grow and succeed in their passions. |
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Christopher Pye Campus Safety Officer Originally from New Zealand, Chris also lived in Singapore before moving to Australia and settling in the Gold Coast. With over 20 years of experience in law enforcement, Chris is well equipped with the skills to manage matters relating to NYFA Australia’s campus safety and the wellbeing of its community members. Chris also serves as a member of the COVID Safe Team and the Student Services Department, being a key contributor to effective campus-wide communications as well as assisting students in their educational journey. |
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Angela Rivera Student Counsellor Angela is an experienced and compassionate student counsellor, whose primary focus is the mental and emotional wellbeing of our students to ensure they are fully supported in their academic journey. She works with our students to create a safe and compassionate space that gives voice to their stories and experiences. Prior to joining New York Film Academy Australia, Angela was employed in the vocational sector for thirteen years helping domestic and international students. |