But soon, the 17-year-old Logan Park High School pupil's highly "telegenic" face will be one of the most recognised in Dunedin.
Aiden is one of five secondary school pupils from throughout New Zealand selected to be a regular journalist for the Erin Simpson television show - a children's and young teens' after-school programme on TV2.
The other reporters are from Wellington, Nelson, Tauranga and Whangarei, and together they will be the "eyes and ears" of young New Zealanders.
Aiden's job will be to cover three topics each week which directly affect school pupils. Next week, he will begin a segment on the Soccer World Cup v the Rugby World Cup and interview people in the region about which they think is better.
He will also film interviews about movies and sequels (can sequels ruin what was originally a good movie?), and school pupils' thoughts about after-ball functions.
Aiden said he won selection as a journalist on the show after submitting a one-minute video of himself interviewing people about current affairs in Dunedin.
His first television appearance will be on the show later this month and he is looking forward to experiencing the inner workings of Television New Zealand's studios in Christchurch.
While some people shy away from cameras and would find the experience intimidating, Aiden said he would revel in the limelight.
"I see the camera as a friend - someone I can have a conversation with - so that I'm relaxed and informal in front of the camera."
With his love of drama and acting, Aiden said his greatest challenge in the role would be to remain less animated and un-opinionated.
"I do have strong opinions about the subjects. But as a journalist, my job is to be impartial and represent the views of others."
Whitebait Studios producer Emma Gribble said Aiden had a great journalistic approach and his audition items were "tight and bright" with great comments from the community. He also had a great on-screen presence.
Aiden said he was excited about the opportunity and the potential for it to lead to bigger and better things.
"It's a great opportunity and it's something I will make the most of. I'm hoping it will be a stepping stone to a job in the media."
