

Graeme Tuckett
Graeme Tuckett is a Guild member. He is the editor of NZTECHO and the owner and operator of Crew Auckland and Crew Wellington. He works in Grip and Locations departments.


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.


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.


Editorial
Wrap on 2023

Editorial
Wrap on 2023
Reflecting on a challenging year and looking forward to a positive 2024 in New Zealand's film industry.
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NZTECHO, 2023, film industry, New Zealand, Hollywood strikes, election, location scouting, Crew Wellington, early-summer boom, rebate agreement, Australian rebate rate, Southern Hemisphere, film production, regional film offices, ACC, Viva La Dirt League, Waka, new contributors, positive outlook, new year
Reflecting on a challenging year and looking forward to a positive 2024 in New Zealand's film industry.


Techosphere
The Green Screen

Techosphere
The Green Screen
Viva La Dirt League extend local industry offering with Auckland's largest permanent green screen.
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Viva La Dirt League, VLDL Studios, Auckland, green screen, Henderson, Bored, Epic NPC Man, Dungeons & Dragon, YouTube, Kickstarter, studio hire, video production, photography, studio specs, bookings
Viva La Dirt League extend local industry offering with Auckland's largest permanent green screen.


Regional Wrap
Wellington: Summer 2023

Regional Wrap
Wellington: Summer 2023
Hollywood strikes end, Wellington film industry thrives, and inspiring new talent at NZ Youth Film Festival.
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Hollywood strikes, Wellington film industry, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, 2024 prospects, After The Party, New Zealand drama, NZ Youth Film Festival, Massey, new filmmakers, audience response, critical success, film industry, Christmas, New Year
Hollywood strikes end, Wellington film industry thrives, and inspiring new talent at NZ Youth Film Festival.


Newbie Profile
Steve Unwin

Newbie Profile
Steve Unwin
From sculptor to filmmaker: A journey in NZ's film industry and a vision for its sustainable future.
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film industry, New Zealand, factual projects, drama, fine art sculpture, prop-maker, Lord of the Rings, Wētā, Media Production Department, documentary filmmaking, DP, Drone Op, Creative Producer, Clockwork Creative, wildlife protection, cultural diversity, drone pilot, Guild membership, health and safety, industry standards, 2023 challenges, domestic and international projects, sustainable film industry, local stories
From sculptor to filmmaker: A journey in NZ's film industry and a vision for its sustainable future.


Techosphere
James' Story

Techosphere
James' Story
James Dunlop's journey from injury to rally car joy and insights on film industry safety.
James Dunlop, rally car, film industry, injury, recovery, ACC, hand therapist, financial advisor, camera work, workplace safety, New Zealand, Safeguard Life, gear change, manual transmission, film and television studios, accident prevention, rehabilitation, passion, mental health
James Dunlop's journey from injury to rally car joy and insights on film industry safety.


In Memorium
Remembering David Hamilton

In Memorium
Remembering David Hamilton
Honoring the life and legacy of David Blair Hamilton, a beloved photographer, mentor, and community figure.
David Hamilton, Flashdog Studios, Photohire, photographer, Christchurch, Wellington, brain aneurysm, Viva Hamilton, family, portraiture, fashion photography, studio work, location photography, composition, lighting, storytelling, photographic associations, mentor, rugby, Poneke Rugby Club, Hapkido, black belt, Eckankar, Path of Spiritual Freedom, New Zealand, community leader, industry legacy.
Honoring the life and legacy of David Blair Hamilton, a beloved photographer, mentor, and community figure.


Newbie Profile
Jo Hiles

Newbie Profile
Jo Hiles
Jo Hiles reflects on her career in film, joining the Guild, industry challenges, and the future.
Jo Hiles, NZ film industry, Guild, Weta FX, production company, sustainability, local content, work/life balance.
Jo Hiles reflects on her career in film, joining the Guild, industry challenges, and the future.


Regional Wrap
Wellington Set to Bounce Back as Global Production Resumes

Regional Wrap
Wellington Set to Bounce Back as Global Production Resumes
Despite a tough winter, Wellington's screen industry is poised for a strong recovery as strikes resolve and production ramps up.
Wellington, location scout, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, TVCs, smaller budget TV, screen industry, Hollywood, US strikes, production recovery, New Zealand rebate scheme, Crew websites, production budget, filming in Wellington, strike resolution, industry resilience, screen workforce, 2024 production, international film, production growth, industry support, filming prospects, Wellington economy, local screen professionals, screen industry recovery.
Despite a tough winter, Wellington's screen industry is poised for a strong recovery as strikes resolve and production ramps up.


Editorial
Navigating a Tough Year: Insights and Optimism for 2024

Editorial
Navigating a Tough Year: Insights and Optimism for 2024
Reflecting on the challenges of 2023 while remaining optimistic about the screen industry's recovery in 2024.
NZTECHO, 2023, 2024, screen industry, political issues, industrial action, global slowdown, war in Europe, pandemic recovery, American strikes, AI in film, human storytelling, CGI, film industry, NZFC, Annie Murray, Whakaata Māori, studio facilities, Ewe Beauty, South Island, film production, regional news, creative contributions, industry challenges.
Reflecting on the challenges of 2023 while remaining optimistic about the screen industry's recovery in 2024.


Regional Wrap
Quiet Times in Wellington

Regional Wrap
Quiet Times in Wellington
Coping with industry slowdown, focusing on sustainable local productions, and supporting creative resilience.
Wellington, industry slowdown, sustainable production, local drama, local comedy, Hollywood productions, screen incentives, crew searches, regional development, local ecosystem, Guild updates, regional challenges, creative resilience, production funding, location scouting, local industry growth, regional opportunities, drama series, production ecosystem, optimism, industry changes.
Coping with industry slowdown, focusing on sustainable local productions, and supporting creative resilience.


Editorial
Your Voice in NZTECHO

Editorial
Your Voice in NZTECHO
A call for industry stories and contributions to shape the future of NZ screen guilds.
NZTECHO, editorial, screen industry, contributions, storytelling, call to action, collaboration, safety, creativity, Guild magazine, industry challenges, photo essays, NZIFF, Queenstown, post-production, peer stories, industry direction, filmmaking, production insights, community engagement.
A call for industry stories and contributions to shape the future of NZ screen guilds.


Newbie Profile
Danny Fairley

Newbie Profile
Danny Fairley
A musician’s unexpected transition into the film industry, embracing challenges and community connections.
Newbie profile, film industry, music composing, location sound, career journey, Queenstown, collaborations, creative growth, Guild membership, challenges, film scoring, TV ads, feature films, storytelling, industry community, networking, aspirations, production experiences, inspiration, regional filmmaking, sound recording.
A musician’s unexpected transition into the film industry, embracing challenges and community connections.
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