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President's Rave
Navigating Post-covid Challenges

President's Rave
Navigating Post-covid Challenges
Reflecting on the ongoing impact of COVID on the screen industry and remembering Paul Grinder.
COVID-19 impact, screen industry adaptation, mask mandates, production challenges, Paul Grinder tribute, New Zealand screen industry, film production, crew well-being, mental health in film, networking events, guild activities, speaker courses, industry connection, contract work challenges, film crew support, industry recovery, health protocols on set, filmmaking resilience, community engagement, industry memorials, guild initiatives, member ideas
Reflecting on the ongoing impact of COVID on the screen industry and remembering Paul Grinder.


Editorial
NZTECHO's Flu-impacted Issue

Editorial
NZTECHO's Flu-impacted Issue
Issue #93 delayed due to flu, includes diverse features on New Zealand's film industry.
NZTECHO, issue #93, flu delay, New Zealand film industry, influenza impact, health advisory, film service companies, Grip HQ, horse trainers in film, 48 Hour Film Competition, regional film updates, film industry tributes, Paul Grinder, Paul Chattington, Luit Bieringa tribute, film-making talent development, industry veterans, New Zealand Screen Guild, film industry contributions, screen industry challenges, editorial health issues
Issue #93 delayed due to flu, includes diverse features on New Zealand's film industry.


President's Rave
Optimistic Horizons for NZ Film

President's Rave
Optimistic Horizons for NZ Film
Reflecting on Covid-19 challenges and the bright future for New Zealand's screen industry post-pandemic.
New Zealand film industry, Covid-19 impact, MIQ challenges, international mobility, offshore productions, local TV production, screen industry recovery, global content demand, studio investments, industry growth, storytelling in NZ, IP creators, content creators, Ukraine war impact, safe film destinations, UK film industry, Australian film market, crew opportunities, stable employment, future optimism, Brendon Durey.
Reflecting on Covid-19 challenges and the bright future for New Zealand's screen industry post-pandemic.


Behind the Scenes
Reflecting on Mental Health

Behind the Scenes
Reflecting on Mental Health
Addressing mental health challenges, harassment, and safety in New Zealand's screen industry with supportive resources.
mental health, screen industry, New Zealand, bullying prevention, harassment prevention, ScreenSafe, Professional Respect Training, Covid-19 impact, crew well-being, workplace safety, child safety guidelines, Screen Guild support, industry culture shift, financial stress, sexual harassment prevention, health and safety officers, industry resilience, production challenges, coping resources, mental health support, Kelly.
Addressing mental health challenges, harassment, and safety in New Zealand's screen industry with supportive resources.


Newbie Profile
Wenwen Li

Newbie Profile
Wenwen Li
A filmmaker shares their journey, skills, and aspirations for diversity in New Zealand's screen industry.
documentary filmmaking, film industry journey, NZ Screen Industry Guild, researcher skills, intuitive filmmaking, vintage shopping, artistic background, diversity in film, NZOA Diversity Report, storytelling development, future aspirations, creative resilience, industry expansion, filmmaking passion, diversity advocacy, screen sector growth, documentary projects, New Zealand screen industry, film buffs, unique perspectives.
A filmmaker shares their journey, skills, and aspirations for diversity in New Zealand's screen industry.


Regional Wrap
Canterbury's Screen Evolution

Regional Wrap
Canterbury's Screen Evolution
A region adapts to challenges while celebrating milestones and exciting developments in screen infrastructure.
Canterbury film industry, Omicron impact, project delays, Screen CanterburyNZ, Bree Loverich, regional film office, LX for Production workshop, University of Canterbury, Digital Screen Campus, $97 million screen hub, regional screen incentive, motion capture studio, green screen facility, VR set productions, Resonate, Cerebral Fix, Pixel, Christchurch filmmaking, regional infrastructure, indie productions, Jessica Todd, Cable Maiden Productions.
A region adapts to challenges while celebrating milestones and exciting developments in screen infrastructure.


Regional Wrap
Covid's Impact on Film Work

Regional Wrap
Covid's Impact on Film Work
A reflection on industry challenges, creative resilience, and hopes for a thriving post-Covid future.
Covid-19, film industry, contractors, Dunedin film, Rebecca Rowe, Covid testing, industry resilience, domestic projects, international projects, financial stability, resurgence support payments, cultural sector relief grant, secondary skillsets, mushroom foraging, winter opportunities, ARL awards, NHNZ productions, NZFC, FOS, NZOA, virtual production spaces, studio setups, tertiary training programs, Covid challenges.
A reflection on industry challenges, creative resilience, and hopes for a thriving post-Covid future.


Regional Wrap
Lessons From Film and Nature

Regional Wrap
Lessons From Film and Nature
A quirky reflection on filming insights, Queenstown’s projects, and anticipation of open borders.
film industry, Queenstown crew, nature facts, roosters, queen bees, native falcons, weather balloons, supercar locations, Master Chef, Under the Vines, One Lane Bridge, Screentime, Libertine, Great Southern TV, Queenstown filming, Omicron impact, open borders, summer filming, bluebird days, Nic Macallan, regional production.
A quirky reflection on filming insights, Queenstown’s projects, and anticipation of open borders.


Regional Wrap
Quiet yet Hopeful Times in Wellington

Regional Wrap
Quiet yet Hopeful Times in Wellington
A recent lull in productions sparks anticipation as new studio space and lifted mandates bring optimism.
Wellington film industry, Crew Wellington, TVC shoots, TV productions, Men In Kilts, Miramar activity, NDA confidentiality, Upper Hutt studio, Lane Street Studios, studio expansion, lifted mandates, MIQ removal, production slowdown, industry recovery, Covid-19 impact, screen sector resilience, sustainable industry, regional filmmaking, weather advantages, GT.
A recent lull in productions sparks anticipation as new studio space and lifted mandates bring optimism.


Regional Wrap
Auckland's Resilience in Film

Regional Wrap
Auckland's Resilience in Film
Adapting to challenges, Auckland's film industry persists with optimism and a promising production pipeline.
Auckland film industry, Covid-19 challenges, production resilience, long-form projects, Power Rangers, Far North, Under the Vines, The Mistake, One Lane Bridge, Netflix productions, Sweet Tooth, Kura, My Life Is Murder, filming restrictions, Sites of Significance, council regulations, filming permits, Screen Auckland, Auckland Unlimited, industry advocacy, Guild support, Sioux Macdonald.
Adapting to challenges, Auckland's film industry persists with optimism and a promising production pipeline.


Regional Wrap
Strength Through Community

Regional Wrap
Strength Through Community
Film Bay of Plenty fosters unity, mental health awareness, and growth for a vibrant screen industry hub.
Film Bay of Plenty, mental health awareness, screen industry, community support, diversity in film, production hub, regional growth, whānau, industry unity, leadership in film, Tracy Jade Elysia, New Zealand screen sector, creative projects, government partnerships, industry bodies, iwi collaboration, Bay of Plenty filmmaking, He waka eke noa, resilience in film, mental health in media.
Film Bay of Plenty fosters unity, mental health awareness, and growth for a vibrant screen industry hub.


Wide Angle
One Story Out of Hundreds

Wide Angle
One Story Out of Hundreds
Reflecting on mental health challenges, resilience, and the importance of connection in the film industry.
mental health, film industry, resilience, depression, anxiety, ADHD, neurodiversity, personal reflection, coping strategies, support networks, loneliness, connection, vulnerability, seeking help, mental health awareness, film set culture, life challenges, community support, personal growth, reaching out, GT.
Reflecting on mental health challenges, resilience, and the importance of connection in the film industry.


In Memorium
Remembering Richard Matthews

In Memorium
Remembering Richard Matthews
Tributes to Richard Matthews' life, career, and profound impact on New Zealand's film industry and beyond.
Richard Matthews, LOTR, Lord of the Rings, New Zealand film industry, assistant director, Weta Digital, The Hobbit Trilogy, King Kong, Avatar, Middle Earth, film crew tribute, mental health awareness, humor on set, film industry stories, Richie Matthews, industry camaraderie, surfing passion, Wellington filmmaking, AD leadership, film family, crew management, Brigitte Yorke, Emma Cross, Liz Tan, Teuila Field.
Tributes to Richard Matthews' life, career, and profound impact on New Zealand's film industry and beyond.


Letter
Letters to Ants Farrell

Letter
Letters to Ants Farrell
Tributes to Ants Farrell's humor, camaraderie, and impactful career in New Zealand's film industry.
Ants Farrell, New Zealand film industry, tribute, lighting technician, Frighteners, Weta Digital, film crew camaraderie, humor on set, memorable anecdotes, app development, Ka-Ching app, Tintin, Scarfies, Cannons Creek, Shantytown, Lord of the Rings, teamwork, mental health awareness, lighting crew, Ants' legacy, Giles Coburn, Jamie Couper, Sam Spicer.
Tributes to Ants Farrell's humor, camaraderie, and impactful career in New Zealand's film industry.


In Memorium
Remembering Vincent Burke

In Memorium
Remembering Vincent Burke
Remembering Vincent Burke's profound contributions to New Zealand's film and television industry.
Vincent Burke, NZFC, Top Shelf Productions, New Zealand documentaries, Cinema of Unease, Flight of the Albatross, SPADA, Frontier of Dreams, Target TV show, Downsize Me, Berlin International Film Festival, For My Father’s Kingdom, New Zealand film history, industry champion, film mentorship, industry initiatives, Jason Stutter, Paul Oremland, Vea Mafile’o, Jeremiah Tauamiti, NZ-Germany co-production, NZ screen industry, SPADA Industry Champion, film legacy.
Remembering Vincent Burke's profound contributions to New Zealand's film and television industry.


Techosphere
New Zealand Film Commission Update

Techosphere
New Zealand Film Commission Update
Reflecting on global impacts, Covid disruptions, and a record year for New Zealand film productions.
NZ film industry, David Strong, New Zealand Film Commission, Covid-19 impact, pandemic challenges, global screen industry, Te Puna Kairangi, Premium Production Funding, Early Development Funding, long-form projects, screen production recovery, industry support, sustainable filmmaking, arts sector funding, international trends, film production growth, storytelling power, Ukrainian crisis, NZFC strategies, industry resilience, filmmaking future.
Reflecting on global impacts, Covid disruptions, and a record year for New Zealand film productions.