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Lights, Camera, Geek Out! - Rob Marsh NZCS & Niki Winer Talk SONY’s Venice
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Lights, Camera, Geek Out! - Rob Marsh NZCS & Niki Winer Talk SONY’s Venice
Join NZCS in Auckland for an exciting, hands-on event with DP Rob Marsh NZCS and 1st Assistant Camera Niki Winer!
Join NZCS in Auckland for an exciting, hands-on event with DP Rob Marsh NZCS and 1st Assistant Camera Niki Winer!
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NZCS Gender Diversity Program invites female Camera Trainee applications for an Auckland-based Feature Film
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NZCS Gender Diversity Program invites female Camera Trainee applications for an Auckland-based Feature Film
The NZCS Gender Diversity Program offers a Camera Trainee role on Big Girls Don’t Cry, Auckland, March 2025.
The NZCS Gender Diversity Program offers a Camera Trainee role on Big Girls Don’t Cry, Auckland, March 2025.
Media and Resource Releases
Joint statement from NZ On Air and NZ Film Commission on Media Reform Consultation
Media and Resource Releases
Joint statement from NZ On Air and NZ Film Commission on Media Reform Consultation
Acknowledging the importance of ensuring public funding delivers the best possible outcomes for audiences and the wider sector.
Media, reform, consultation, NZ On Air, NZFC, New Zealand Film Commission,
Acknowledging the importance of ensuring public funding delivers the best possible outcomes for audiences and the wider sector.
Media and Resource Releases
Release of Spada Cultural Capability Handbook
Media and Resource Releases
Release of Spada Cultural Capability Handbook
A guide to fostering authentic, respectful, and inclusive screen productions in Aotearoa New Zealand.
cultural, capability, Handbook, Spada, Greenlit, Sustainability, Tools,
A guide to fostering authentic, respectful, and inclusive screen productions in Aotearoa New Zealand.
In Focus
What makes a Maori Film?
In Focus
What makes a Maori Film?
What is a Māori Film? This is a difficult bloody question. There is no easy answer and most genuine responses contain some degree of truth.
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What is a Māori Film? This is a difficult bloody question. There is no easy answer and most genuine responses contain some degree of truth.
Regional Wrap
Wellington: Autumn 2024
Regional Wrap
Wellington: Autumn 2024
Farewell from GT: Reflecting on a decade of filming highlights and the supportive local film community.
Wellington, Miramar, Upper Hutt, TVCs, Stone Street, Location Manager, Screen Wellington, Crew Wellington, filming permits, city council, film crews, production office, farewell, decade, film highlights
Farewell from GT: Reflecting on a decade of filming highlights and the supportive local film community.
In Memory Of
Remembering Katharine McCoy (ex Curtis)
In Memory Of
Remembering Katharine McCoy (ex Curtis)
A cherished friend, mentor, and steadfast pillar in the film industry.
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Katharine McCoy, Kate Curtis, film industry, Greymouth Hospital, Production Manager, Filmcrews, mentor, support, Line Producer, farmer, creative, sewing, weaving, woodwork, pottery, gardening, chef, animal lover, acerbic wit, loyal friend, Sioux, Linda Fenwick
A cherished friend, mentor, and steadfast pillar in the film industry.
Regional Wrap
Queenstown: Autumn 2024
Regional Wrap
Queenstown: Autumn 2024
Queenstown's film industry thrives post-Covid, with busy local crews and numerous productions boosting the economy.
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Queenstown, film industry, post-Covid, local crew, productions, Showtime, Tumbleweed, Wanaka, Silverlight Studios, Art Depts, TVCs, location scouts, commercials, helicopters, winter wonderland, Dunedin, Glenorchy, Filmalot, Finch, Endemol Shine
Queenstown's film industry thrives post-Covid, with busy local crews and numerous productions boosting the economy.
Newbie Profile
Bradley Holdaway
Newbie Profile
Bradley Holdaway
Bradley tells us about his journey from creative writing to filmmaking and his vision for New Zealand's film industry
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Bradley Holdaway, filmmaking, creative writing, cinematography, New Zealand film industry, homegrown productions, film school, Patric Gillies, James Wilkinson, Black Magic Pocket 4k, storytelling, screenwriting, auteur, cinema cameras, Invercargill, sustainable film industry, NZ Film Commission, Taika Waititi, Netflix, South Korea, indie films, narrative, film education, camera nerd, DP, 1st AC, practical learning, film projects
Bradley tells us about his journey from creative writing to filmmaking and his vision for New Zealand's film industry
Editorial
Farewell from GT
Editorial
Farewell from GT
Reflecting on 35 issues, industry memories, and new beginnings.
NZTECHO, 100th issue, farewell, GT, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, location scouting, Wellington film industry, favourite articles, memories, obituaries, New Zealand film industry, Aotearoa, community, global recognition, new direction, counselling degree
Reflecting on 35 issues, industry memories, and new beginnings.
Behind the Scenes
Exciting New Work from the Guild
Behind the Scenes
Exciting New Work from the Guild
Production savings, new crew rep modules, and updates on SIWA and Rate Card review
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ScreenWell Australia, well-being, Screen Guild, Production Partners, Bunnings, timber savings, discounts, crew rep support, workshops, negotiation skills, conflict resolution, Business Toolkit, Rate Card review, SIWA, Screen Industry Workers Act, contracts, collective bargaining, compliance, NZTECHO magazine
Production savings, new crew rep modules, and updates on SIWA and Rate Card review
Regional Wrap
Dunedin: Autumn 2024
Regional Wrap
Dunedin: Autumn 2024
Reflecting on Dunedin's cinematic history, from early films and TV shows to recent industry challenges and future aspirations.
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Dunedin, cinematic history, TV broadcasting, Down on the Farm, Hal Weston, DNTV2, TVNZ, NHNZ, Taylormade Productions, Jane Campion, Rob Sarkies, Playschool, Spot On, Alison Holst, University Challenge, Telethons, An Angel at My Table, Perfect Creature, Scarfies, Out of the Blue, film studio
Reflecting on Dunedin's cinematic history, from early films and TV shows to recent industry challenges and future aspirations.
President's Rave
Addressing Late Payments
President's Rave
Addressing Late Payments
Advice for crew and vendors on dealing with delinquent production companies.
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late payments, production companies, crew, vendors, contractors, New Zealand, film industry, delinquent, bills, services, gear rental, payroll, financial commitments, Harvey Weinstein, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, BNZ, interest-free loans, integrity, Screen Guild, legal advice, mentorship
Advice for crew and vendors on dealing with delinquent production companies.
Regional Wrap
Christchurch: Autumn 2024
Regional Wrap
Christchurch: Autumn 2024
Canterbury's strong start: International commercials, local short films, and TV projects highlight the region's appeal.
Canterbury, international commercials, locations, northern hemisphere, Japan, South Korea, India, China, short films, Sister Josephine, Stef Harris, Amanda Jenkins, Homecoming, Grae Meek, Anna Canton, TV, SPP, South Canterbury, Dark City: The Cleaner, Christchurch, filming techniques
Canterbury's strong start: International commercials, local short films, and TV projects highlight the region's appeal.
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