The People of Keck
Every night of science begins long before the sun sets.
It begins with people like Ellie O’Brien, mechanical engineer, whose care for this place—and for those around her—helps make each night of science possible.
“I get to come here every day and look after this incredible facility alongside amazing people who care deeply about Maunakea and the science we do every night.”
Created in partnership with Hawaiʻi-based production company By Confluence, this film explores our team’s connection to Maunakea, and how working in such an extraordinary place inspires curiosity for the cosmos, a deep appreciation for community, and a lasting commitment to service and stewardship.
ABOUT BY CONFLUENCE
Based on the Big Island and Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi, By Confluence is a creative studio specializing in cinematography, photography, and brand strategy for advertising, culture, science, education, and mission-driven organizations. As RED camera operators and the sole sUAS commercial drone pilots authorized to fly on the summit of Maunakea, By Confluence specializes in underwater, drone, and helicopter-based capture, producing, capturing, and editing in-house to deliver cohesive visual work with a timeless aesthetic. Learn more at https://www.byconfluence.com/.