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Editorial
Aotearoa's Industry in Full Swing

Editorial
Aotearoa's Industry in Full Swing
Celebrating growth, balancing opportunities, and honoring contributions in New Zealand’s screen industry.
New Zealand screen industry, Aotearoa, international shoots, local productions, crew training, studio space, interns, industry growth, Film Commission, Savage shoot, James Brown, regional wraps, screen magazine, obituaries, film contributions, industry challenges, work balance, training opportunities, onshore work, GT, contributor call.
Celebrating growth, balancing opportunities, and honoring contributions in New Zealand’s screen industry.


Newbie Profile
Mark Westerby

Newbie Profile
Mark Westerby
A seasoned producer shares insights on filmmaking, collaboration, and building a sustainable New Zealand industry.
screen industry, filmmaking, New Zealand, EPK production, creative fields, storytelling, projectionist, Random Films, Create Wellington, Wellington screen sector, Caffeine & Aspirin, Radio Active, film marketing, screen marketing strategy, filmmaking process, screen guild, SPADA, WIFT, collaboration, industry sustainability, crew training, new studios, storytelling talent, screen pipeline, industry growth, creative industries, New Zealand film strengths.
A seasoned producer shares insights on filmmaking, collaboration, and building a sustainable New Zealand industry.


Regional Wrap
Canterbury's Film Industry Resilience

Regional Wrap
Canterbury's Film Industry Resilience
Canterbury embraces post-lockdown opportunities with resumed productions, guild support, and international collaborations.
Canterbury film industry, Covid-19 resilience, post-lockdown productions, Screen Canterbury NZ, Cat House Films, guild support, safety protocols, South Island crew list, international collaborations, domestic projects, border closures, Japan, Germany, France, US, Korea, Australia, Lumiere Cinema, Peninsula short film, Don’t Be Frank, advertising investments, Mt Hutt ski season, fresh powder, production opportunities, positive industry outlook, Canterbury filmmaking.
Canterbury embraces post-lockdown opportunities with resumed productions, guild support, and international collaborations.


Regional Wrap
Queenstown's Pause and Hope

Regional Wrap
Queenstown's Pause and Hope
A driver’s perspective on Queenstown’s Covid-19 shutdown, industry resilience, and optimism for recovery.
Queenstown, Covid-19 impact, film industry pause, border closures, production shutdown, crew perspectives, location recce, production postponement, industry resilience, Queenstown Level 4, repatriation flights, lockdown challenges, film crew camaraderie, industry adaptation, post-lockdown filmmaking, Queenstown recovery, New Zealand film locations, Lake Wakatipu, production team efforts, hope in Queenstown, tourism and filming, available crew, industry restart.
A driver’s perspective on Queenstown’s Covid-19 shutdown, industry resilience, and optimism for recovery.


Regional Wrap
Winter Work and Vigilance

Regional Wrap
Winter Work and Vigilance
New Zealand’s screen industry embraces recovery while maintaining strict health protocols and adapting to remote collaboration.
New Zealand film industry, winter filming, Covid-19 vigilance, health and safety toolkit, industry recovery, local television commercials, large productions, remote collaboration, offshore line producers, remote directors, hygiene practices, virus containment, crew bookings, production restart, film industry adaptation, Number 8 wire mentality, global impact, industry resilience, post-lockdown filmmaking, recovery momentum, 2021 projections, technology in filmmaking, virus-free filmmaking, health protocols, screen industry recovery.
New Zealand’s screen industry embraces recovery while maintaining strict health protocols and adapting to remote collaboration.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Reboot

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Reboot
As productions resume, Wellington’s film industry reflects on challenges, successes, and a fresh digital upgrade.
Wellington film industry, lockdown recovery, Avatar production, Miramar, essential crew, film controversy, local crew employment, tall-poppy syndrome, indie features, commercial jobs, content creators, small screen specialists, film industry contributions, economic impact, Wellington culture, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, website upgrade, digital transformation, film production restart, New Zealand screen industry, content boom, post-lockdown filmmaking, industry resilience, regional filmmaking, media bias.
As productions resume, Wellington’s film industry reflects on challenges, successes, and a fresh digital upgrade.


Regional Wrap
Bay of Plenty Film Growth

Regional Wrap
Bay of Plenty Film Growth
Funding approvals, new productions, and regional infrastructure development mark Bay of Plenty’s screen industry success.
Bay of Plenty, film industry, drama series, feature films, Rotorua, Western Bay, Taupō co-production, Maketu TV series, Mount Maunganui, web series, post-production, TV series development, Film Bay of Plenty, screen industry growth, regional filmmaking, infrastructure announcement, local jobs, scouting locations, Australian-NZ co-production, production funding, regional screen projects, filmmaking success.
Funding approvals, new productions, and regional infrastructure development mark Bay of Plenty’s screen industry success.


Back in the Day
Rebuilding the Screen Sector

Back in the Day
Rebuilding the Screen Sector
A reflection on collaborative efforts, training initiatives, and optimism for a sustainable future in New Zealand’s screen industry.
New Zealand screen sector, Covid-19 impact, screen industry recovery, ScreenSafe protocols, Pan Sector COVID-19 Action Group, health and safety standards, WorkSafe support, New Zealand Film Commission, film production restart, training workshops, Share the Knowledge, Crew Rep training, Professional Respect Training, VISTA Foundation, Home & Family Counselling, wage subsidy extension, sustainable film industry, guild support, film workers, screen industry collaboration, industry resilience, positivity for the future, HOD contributions, empowering crew, film training programs.
A reflection on collaborative efforts, training initiatives, and optimism for a sustainable future in New Zealand’s screen industry.


Wide Angle
South Island Perspectives

Wide Angle
South Island Perspectives
Showcasing the South Island’s diverse talent, stunning landscapes, and rising opportunities in the global screen industry.
South Island, New Zealand, screen industry, Te Wai Pounamu, filming locations, international productions, film crews, above-the-line talent, location scouts, line producers, underwater cinematography, drone operators, camera operators, art directors, makeup artists, casting directors, production coordinators, film catering, Covid-19 recovery, filmmaking resilience, scenic landscapes, skilled crew, feature films, TV productions, commercials, innovation in filmmaking, domestic content, global opportunities, filmmaking hubs, post-Covid industry growth.
Showcasing the South Island’s diverse talent, stunning landscapes, and rising opportunities in the global screen industry.


President's Rave
Rebuilding Together: Screen Sector Resilience

President's Rave
Rebuilding Together: Screen Sector Resilience
How New Zealand's screen industry is navigating recovery with collaboration, adaptability, and optimism.
New Zealand screen industry, Covid-19 recovery, production restart, geographic isolation, border controls, offshore productions, film industry resilience, SIGANZ subcommittees, continuous hours guidelines, French Hours, crew representation, Crew Representative Sub-Committee, rate guidelines project, production rates, screen guild initiatives, work-life balance, industry collaboration, industry optimism, screen sector recovery, filmmaking adaptability, guild involvement, subcommittee projects, screen industry growth, production support.
How New Zealand's screen industry is navigating recovery with collaboration, adaptability, and optimism.


Editorial
A Reflection on Lockdown

Editorial
A Reflection on Lockdown
NZTECHO's editor reflects on Covid-19’s impact, lessons learned, and fostering a healthier film industry.
NZTECHO, issue #85, issue #84 lockdown, New Zealand film industry, Covid-19 impact, lockdown reflections, workplace safety, health and safety, industry resilience, studio reopening, sustainable filmmaking, co-worker support, mental health in film, healthy workplaces, environmental stewardship, post-lockdown industry, film community, industry collaboration, fast-paced business, workplace dynamics, industry well-being, film magazine, contributions, GT editor.
NZTECHO's editor reflects on Covid-19’s impact, lessons learned, and fostering a healthier film industry.


Newbie Profile
Graham Thompson

Newbie Profile
Graham Thompson
Reflections on nearly 30 years of location scouting, industry cycles, and building a collaborative future.
film industry career, location scouting, location management, Heavenly Creatures, South Island locations, Queenstown, Christchurch film industry, TVCs, location scouting challenges, New Zealand film industry, number 8 wire mentality, industry resilience, AJ Films, Christchurch Guild, industry communication, film industry recession, new normal, creative collaboration, Canterbury film opportunities, NZ Film and Television School, Wayne Birmingham, Peter Jackson, industry cycles, film passion.
Reflections on nearly 30 years of location scouting, industry cycles, and building a collaborative future.


Regional Wrap
Christchurch's Screen Sector Rising

Regional Wrap
Christchurch's Screen Sector Rising
A thriving film community in Christchurch drives growth, collaboration, and creativity amid challenges.
Christchurch screen industry, Screen CanterburyNZ, film facilitation, regional advocacy, industry growth, documentaries, web content, short films, commercials, features, post-production, industry meet-ups, ChristchurchNZ website, We Are One documentary, Nadia Reid music video, Yumi Zouma, Vivo Global, Puppy School, Ryman Healthcare TVC, Peninsula short film, Tahu Taxi web series, Tony Simpson, Only Cloud Knows, Letter to the King, Mulan, Canterbury filming locations, Lyttelton, New Zealand screen industry, Covid-19 impact, industry resilience, content creation.
A thriving film community in Christchurch drives growth, collaboration, and creativity amid challenges.


Regional Wrap
Reflecting on Recent Successes

Regional Wrap
Reflecting on Recent Successes
A look back at regional productions, commercial achievements, and optimism for a content-driven future.
Covid-19 impact, One Lane Bridge, The Power of the Dog, Jane Campion, regional productions, TVCs, commercial production, New Zealand film industry, local crew engagement, longer format productions, Batch Film, Flying Fish, OPT, Film Construction, content demand, gaming, TV streaming, population growth, industry optimism, film community, New Zealand content creation, production achievements, future opportunities, silver linings, isolation viewing trends.
A look back at regional productions, commercial achievements, and optimism for a content-driven future.


Regional Wrap
Staying Resilient in Crisis

Regional Wrap
Staying Resilient in Crisis
A message of solidarity, hope, and community strength for New Zealand’s screen industry during lockdown.
Wellington film industry, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, New Zealand screen industry, Covid-19 impact, lockdown resilience, non-essential filming halt, government support, community strength, scriptwriting, editing projects, gear maintenance, Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, financial relief, rebuilding the industry, solidarity, filmmaking community, staying safe, hand washing, resilience, future recovery, screen sector unity.
A message of solidarity, hope, and community strength for New Zealand’s screen industry during lockdown.


Regional Wrap
Film Bay of Plenty Update

Regional Wrap
Film Bay of Plenty Update
New production guide, regional shoots, and growing opportunities spotlight Bay of Plenty’s thriving screen sector.
Film Bay of Plenty, production guide, regional filmmaking, Whirinaki Forest, Rotorua, Waiariki Film Studios, Runaway Millionaires, New York Festivals, Netflix productions, commercials, large-scale productions, local crew, regional filming opportunities, long-form drama, project manager hiring, stage space, regional producers, New Zealand screen industry, Bay of Plenty filmmaking, filming inquiries, screen sector growth, production facilitation.
New production guide, regional shoots, and growing opportunities spotlight Bay of Plenty’s thriving screen sector.