Student Day 2025

  Nell Hensey is an Irish-Filipina screenwriter, director and executive producer from County Clare. She is one of the co-founders of Pure Divilment Pictures and her film work has been supported by Screen Ireland, RTÉ, The Arts Council, Virgin Media Television and more. 

Rachael Power is the Manager of Crew Academy South, part of the National Talent Academies Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland initiative managed by Film in Limerick. She supports diverse regional talent and contributes to the film and TV industry's growth by focusing on developing a skilled crew base through courses, work placements and upskilling.

Orlaith is a visual storyteller, working across photography, design, videography, and film. Her work has featured at major Irish festivals, and she made her unit stills debut on Try and Touch. In 2025, she will seek funding for her own short film exploring lifeguarding, sexual assault, friendship, and female empowerment.

 Síofra Ní Éilí is an Irish-speaking actor and singer from Co. Clare and a graduate of The Lir Academy. She made her Abbey Theatre debut in The Sugar Wife and her film debut in The Woman in Cabin 10. She has performed across Europe and in several Lir productions, including The Visit and Arcadia.