I take photos, shoot and edit video, write copy and produce content across multiple platforms.
I'm currently a Digital Content and Video Producer for Southern Cross Austereo's Today Network and Triple M.
I can also do things on the side.
hello@jasonilagan.com
Placard, NYPD, FDNY, Tourists: Occupy Wall St.
Taken on day 18 of the protests at Zuccotti Park.
Katy Perry, autographed photo
(Apologies for the discoloured photo, it was taken with my phone.)
I took this shot working at Katy Perry’s performance at 2DayFM’s World Famous Rooftop in August 2010, then attended a meet-and-greet prior to her Sydney show in May 2011 where she signed a printed copy.
2011 Nikon-Walkley Press Photography Awards Entry: Police funeral for William Crews
I submitted my first ever entry for the Walkleys, Australian journalism’s most coveted awards, something I thought I’d never do (let alone covering a funeral).
The above photos were entered into the News Photography category, with the following supporting statement.
When you’re asked by the Content Director of a top forty FM radio station to photograph a funeral for what is, by and large, an entertainment-based website, you’d be forgiven if you gave the request a second thought.
However in this instance, it was the funeral of Detective Constable William Crews, accidentally shot by a comrade during a drug raid on 9 September, 2010. The tragedy struck a chord with the public, and the station felt that it was appropriate to reflect this event not only on-air, but visually on 2DayFM’s website.
What was clearly evident was the human interest in the event, with the general public turning out in large numbers to pay their respects.
Given the nature of the event, photographs were captured from afar in order to maintain a respectful distance for mourners to grieve without any distractions.
The selection of photographs hopes to demonstrate the above, as well as a glimpse of the bravest members of our society at their most fragile and vulnerable.
Whilst my entry wasn’t listed as a finalist, it was an amazing experience to have been part of the process.
The finalists are listed here, and if you get a chance to see their work, you’ll agree that their entries are truly exceptional, amazing and inspiring.
Lady Gaga’s Fans: Monsters
Southern Cross Austereo was a presenting partner for Lady Gaga’s “Sydney Monster Hall” concert in July 2011. I was the project lead for the execution of the event (concert and behind the scenes footage, photos, updates and social media) across the metropolitan and regional Today Network radio websites.
One content initiative was the concept of “MonStars”, placing the spotlight on Lady Gaga’s super fans (a play on “monsters”, of course) and following their journey from winning event tickets all the way to the concert itself.
Four competition winners were profiled alongside their social media presences online as well as a series of videos, including the one above, which I produced, shot and edited.
Miley Cyrus / thedirt.com.au interview.
Andrew Gunsberg and Charli Robinson spoke to Miley Cyrus at her hotel during the Sydney leg of her Gypsy Heart tour.
Miley was very warm, down to earth, and extremely, extremely talkative. The latter especially came true when she revealed what she really thought of Perez Hilton and Justin Bieber.
The Script and Tinie Tempah, Sydney, April 2011.
I was pleasantly surprised with the way things turned out here.
Admittedly The Script’s sound isn’t my cup of tea however my perceptions changed watching them live. Lead by Danny O’Donoghue, the band were absolutely bursting with energy, taking the sell out crowd along with them for the ride.
To cap things off, O’Donoghue jumped into the photo pit towards the back half of the third song (we were given three songs to shoot) and reached out to the crowd over the barriers. What a sight!
Needless to say fellow snappers were simply beside themselves.
Russell Crowe. MTV Hits Weekly Hot30 Countdown.
This was my first ever video to appear on MTV, covering the Australian premiere of The Next Three Days.
I shot the red carpet event for the Today Network’s Hot30 Countdown and The Dirt. The footage was then featured on the MTV Hits Weekly Hot30 Countdown program, a joint production between Austereo and MTV Networks.
Father Bob Maguire.
A request from a follower on Twitter, hearing about his 50th anniversary as a clergyman, plus a media beat up over gay marriage prompted me to dig up an old amateur video I shot with the South Melbourne parish priest whilst on holiday in 2007.
I attended Father Bob’s Sunday mass and hoped to be able to say a quick hello afterwards - but alas, he disappeared behind the altar after giving the final blessing.
Walking back to the tram stop I spotted him on a side street outside the church chatting to a couple of locals.
I had only intended to thank him for mass and telling him how much I enjoyed his TV and radio work with John Safran (vs God, Speaking In Tongues and Sunday Night Safran) - but ended up staying around for ages as Father Bob waxed lyrical about charity, community, the quirks of his parish and everything in between.
I can’t remember what compelled me to pull out my camera - but it all worked out for the best.
Some may say he’s controversial. But one thing’s for certain, Father Bob is compassionate and caring. Keep fighting the good fight.
Find out more about Father Bob, his charitable works, and how you can donate here.
David Jones Autumn Winter 2011 Fashion Launch.
I shot, edited and produced a video story for The Dirt, presented by Melissa Hoyer.
Iggy Pop, Big Day Out Sydney 2011.
I attended (and photographed) my first Big Day Out on Australia Day.
What a sight to behold. Chasing around a shirtless Iggy Pop throwing himself around the stage with my camera was both a challenge and a pleasure.
Although I felt totally drained and absolutely exhausted at the end of the day, this was fun.
Eliza Doolittle
I grabbed a quick portrait of the up and coming British singer prior to her radio interview during an Australian promotional tour in December 2010.
Fire hydrant, Holiday Inn Sydney
I met The Hoff.
David Hasselhoff reenacted a scene from what he called “the worst episode ever” from Baywatch with Matty Acton and Abby Coleman for the Hot30 Countdown.
It was an absolute honour to be in his presence.
(Source: 2dayfm.com.au)
“That’s my ride.”
