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Anon's Gone

Anon's Gone
A member explains their withdrawal from the Guild due to financial struggles, with a suggestion for monthly installment payments.
Guild membership, financial struggles, industry unemployment, monthly installments, fees, resignation, financial relief, payment options, economic challenges, membership renewal, future plans, support, industry hardships, fee structure, political optimism, Tony F., membership policies, financial flexibility, fee payment.
A member explains their withdrawal from the Guild due to financial struggles, with a suggestion for monthly installment payments.


President's Rave
A Tribute to Martyn Sanderson

President's Rave
A Tribute to Martyn Sanderson
Martyn Sanderson’s lasting impact on Aotearoa’s arts, his contribution to the screen industry, and his legacy of kindness.
Martyn Sanderson, Rangiatea Church, Otaki, Aotearoa, legacy, arts contribution, screen workers, ACC, Sir Owen Woodhouse, National Government, insurance, flat-rate levy, Technicians’ Guild, name change, art department, make-up, wardrobe, production office, location management, screen production, Techos Guild, community, social issues, funeral, remembrance, inspiration, work conditions, New Zealand arts, memorial, storytelling, cultural impact.
Martyn Sanderson’s lasting impact on Aotearoa’s arts, his contribution to the screen industry, and his legacy of kindness.


Editorial
Guild Name Change Feedback

Editorial
Guild Name Change Feedback
Insights on members’ opinions about renaming NZFVTG and future directions for the Guild.
NZFVTG, Guild name change, member feedback, name suggestions, Screen Association, Screen Crew Guild, Guild renaming process, NZTECHO editor, Guild opinions, industry debate, New Zealand filmmaking, screen industry professionals, member responses, December issue preview, renaming statistics, industry association, community engagement, name change survey, Guild evolution, screen crew, professional identity, Guild updates, NZ screen Guild, editor correspondence.
Insights on members’ opinions about renaming NZFVTG and future directions for the Guild.


President's Rave
Reflections on the Film Industry

President's Rave
Reflections on the Film Industry
Albol shares insights on the rewarding yet challenging nature of film work, storytelling, and industry issues.
film industry, creative process, group input, filmmaking challenges, storytelling, visual medium, Ukrainian Sand Girl, Kseniya Simonova, sand animation, standard contract, actors, SPADA, Actors Equity, contract negotiations, performance standards, industry discussions, Guild membership, Ken Saville, Wellington Branch, National Exec, creative challenges, problem-solving, artistic expression.
Albol shares insights on the rewarding yet challenging nature of film work, storytelling, and industry issues.


From Hollywood Hedonist to Activist in Aotearoa

From Hollywood Hedonist to Activist in Aotearoa
From Hollywood’s chaos to documentary filmmaking, Tom Burstyn reflects on his evolving career and creative values.
Tom Burstyn, cinematography, documentary filmmaking, Hollywood, feature films, camera work, National Film Board, experimental filmmaking, camera operator, New Zealand, lost tribe, film crew, Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, post-financial America, film industry decline, independent films, storytelling, social commentary, creative passion, mid-life career change.
From Hollywood’s chaos to documentary filmmaking, Tom Burstyn reflects on his evolving career and creative values.


SDG Awards '09

SDG Awards '09
Guild members shine at the Screen Directors Guild Awards, with multiple wins and notable nominations.
SDG Awards, Tracey Collins, David Paul, Chris Hiles, Grant Major, Gerard Smyth, Undergrowth, Barefoot Cinema, production design, cinematography, sound design, documentary, drama/comedy, General TV, film awards, Guild members, recognition, nominations, filmmaking, short film, AlBol, presidential art, Guild achievements.
Guild members shine at the Screen Directors Guild Awards, with multiple wins and notable nominations.


A Day in the Life...

A Day in the Life...
Executive Officer Fritha Stalker shares an inside look at a busy Wednesday in the Guild office.
Guild office, Fritha Stalker, office assistant, CRM, SUGAR, Accounts Officer, membership, film industry, Immigration, Health and Safety, producer, NZTECHO, workflow, member services, documentary, development, Film NZ, project management, business operations, technology, office management, team dynamics, Guild work.
Executive Officer Fritha Stalker shares an inside look at a busy Wednesday in the Guild office.


Editorial
What's in A Name?

Editorial
What's in A Name?
A discussion on changing the Guild’s name to attract more members and reflect the industry.
Guild name change, membership, screen crew, screen workers, NZTECHO, film schools, crew organization, Screen Crew Association of NZ, Screen Crew Guild, screen industry, branding, misconceptions, name debate, screen crafts, education, crew diversity, film industry, membership growth, constitutional revision, AGM discussions, organizational change.
A discussion on changing the Guild’s name to attract more members and reflect the industry.


President's Rave
Housing and Film Industry Reflections

President's Rave
Housing and Film Industry Reflections
AlBol shares thoughts on building design issues and the evolving role of producers in the film industry.
Kingdom Come, Jehovah’s Witnesses, housing issues, building consent law, Lianne Dalziel, building consensus, Mt Victoria, Wellington, leaky homes, architects, film industry, Film Commission, producer-led industry, writer/director-led industry, collective agreements, design flaws, contractors, building materials, film contracts, industry changes, film scripts, industry structure.
AlBol shares thoughts on building design issues and the evolving role of producers in the film industry.


Member Discounts - Update

Member Discounts - Update
Exclusive cinema deals, insurance, and more for Guild members.
Guild membership, cinema discounts, Academy Cinema, Rialto Cinemas, Data Book, OnFilm Magazine, mobile phone discount, public liability insurance, autocue hire, comedy discounts, hire equipment, Interislander, medical insurance, Resenes, Sunglass Bar, member benefits, Guild fees.
Exclusive cinema deals, insurance, and more for Guild members.


Truck Driving's New Laws

Truck Driving's New Laws
New rules for work hours, breaks, and overtime for crew driving trucks.
truck driver, work hours, breaks, overtime, Blue Book, Model A, Model B, shift rules, driving time, standard engagement, swing driver, cumulative work time, total hours, crew call, lunch breaks, pre-call driving, post-wrap driving, safety, regulations.
New rules for work hours, breaks, and overtime for crew driving trucks.


The FC Says "Yes"!

The FC Says "Yes"!
Gratitude for NZFC support following strategic meeting and contribution to the Guild's goals.
NZFC, grant, support, strategic direction, Graeme Mason, CEO, financial year, recognition, Guild, screen production industry, contribution, service improvement, industry support, NZTECHO, members, funding, strategic meeting, decision.
Gratitude for NZFC support following strategic meeting and contribution to the Guild's goals.


Frustrated Canadian

Frustrated Canadian
Revised itinerary after location changes; production coordinator’s candid frustration shines through.
Montreal shoot, production coordinator, location changes, shoot schedule, revised itinerary, film production challenges, schedule adjustments, production logistics, on-set coordination, filmmaking stress, itinerary updates, production planning, location issues, candid email, production setbacks, film crew communication, production management, movie shoot updates, schedule revisions, filmmaking realities.
Revised itinerary after location changes; production coordinator’s candid frustration shines through.


Making a Living Making Films

Making a Living Making Films
Insights from the 2024 UNI-MEI Film Workers' Conference in Seoul.
UNI-MEI, film workers, conference, Seoul, solidarity, NZ Film Guild, IATSE, BECTU, workers' rights, screen production, quotas, Korea, cultural impact, safety, piracy, health, intellectual property, creative industries, union, labor rights, film industry, global federation.
Insights from the 2024 UNI-MEI Film Workers' Conference in Seoul.


Greetings From Singapore

Greetings From Singapore
Dustin Lau highlights the lack of labor protection in Singapore's film industry.
Dustin Lau, Singapore, film industry, labor protection, insurance, unions, production workers, health benefits, legal advice, work standards, government agencies, film safety, unionization, political control, injuries, health coverage, double amputee, industry risks, directors, industry reform, public fundraising.
Dustin Lau highlights the lack of labor protection in Singapore's film industry.


Collective Agreements

Collective Agreements
Mike Macaulay urges for a collective agreement to protect film crews from exploitation.
Mike Macaulay, Popo Lilo, The Pe’a, unpaid crew, collective agreement, film industry, producer exploitation, crew protection, Avatar, grip action, crew solidarity, guild, labor rights, producers, New Zealand film, industry reform, working conditions, labor justice, collective bargaining, crew rights, industry standards, guild involvement.
Mike Macaulay urges for a collective agreement to protect film crews from exploitation.