Staying Resilient in Crisis

Driving home a couple of Fridays ago, I was happy – but slightly concerned – to see a crew shooting a few scenes in central Wellington. But I figure, that was the last time anyone got paid for handling a non-essential camera here, or anywhere else in Aotearoa.

So, a massive shout out to our sisters and brothers who are still shooting the news and current events, but, the rest of you, we truly hope you’re doing the smart thing by staying inside, maybe maintaining the gear, working on that script or editing that footage you’ve always wanted to craft into a documentary.

We are blessed with a government who won’t let us starve during this crisis, and – maybe, if you’re very lucky – banks and landlords who aren’t being too shitty to you right now.

In the coming months, as we rebuild and get rolling again, I hope we will remember this as the time our communities became even stronger, friendlier, and more resilient than ever.

Needless to say, we have suspended all invoicing from Crew Wellington and Crew Auckland. We very, very much appreciate those who can pay, continuing to do so. But we will not be expecting any fees for a while. Hopefully Jacinda and Grant will bail us out too!

Love your work, stay safe, and wash your hands!