

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's Filmmaking Buzz

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Filmmaking Buzz
Successes like What We Do in the Shadows and rumors of big projects fuel excitement.
Wellington, commercial shoots, What We Do in the Shadows, Rob Sarkie, TV movie, Consent, film festival, Avalon studios, Miramar, Avatar, Disney project, Thunderbirds, Jason Stutter, horror movie, The Light Between Oceans, Crew Wellington, Crew South, Christchurch, Nelson, Dunedin, Queenstown.
Successes like What We Do in the Shadows and rumors of big projects fuel excitement.


Regional Wrap
Film Production Growth in Wellington

Regional Wrap
Film Production Growth in Wellington
Medium-budget films, TVC shoots, and Crew Wellington’s success signal a bright future for the region.
Wellington, Avalon studios, TVC shoots, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, film production, medium-budget features, production companies, South Island, studio facilities, film industry, Queenstown, Christchurch, Nelson, Crew Wellington site, Sioux Macdonald, Filmcrews, collaboration, production managers, future opportunities.
Medium-budget films, TVC shoots, and Crew Wellington’s success signal a bright future for the region.


Newbie Profile
Kayleighsha Wharton

Newbie Profile
Kayleighsha Wharton
A newbie's journey from live television to filmmaking in Wellington, navigating connections and challenges.
NZ film industry, filmmaking, production, camera operating, lighting, crew work, professional crew, industry connections, production department, newbie experience, career transition, set protocols, sustainability, growth, production relationships, film sets, freelancing, experience-driven industry, paid work, industry challenges, New Zealand filmmaking.
A newbie's journey from live television to filmmaking in Wellington, navigating connections and challenges.


In Memorium
Remembering Kevin Magill

In Memorium
Remembering Kevin Magill
Honoring the life and contributions of Kevin "Kev" Magill, a beloved figure in the industry.
Kevin Magill, Kev, location manager, location scout, transport captain, film industry, overtime, industry loss, crew memories, early mornings, film sets, thank you, industry tribute, Graeme Tuckett, good bastard, team spirit, long hours, dedication, crew relationships, location work, film crew.
Honoring the life and contributions of Kevin "Kev" Magill, a beloved figure in the industry.


Regional Wrap
Wellington Film Scene

Regional Wrap
Wellington Film Scene
Reflecting on the quiet times in Wellington’s film industry and the expansion to Auckland.
Miramar, Wellington, film industry, TVCs, telefeatures, Avatar, Avalon, Crew Auckland, Crew Wellington, high budget series, filming, membership, Crew Aucks, industry lull, production rumors, sunny days, Graeme Tuckett, film crew, local industry.
Reflecting on the quiet times in Wellington’s film industry and the expansion to Auckland.


Newbie Profile
Michael Engelbrecht

Newbie Profile
Michael Engelbrecht
A newcomer’s journey in the film industry, learning the ropes and navigating challenges.
film industry, The Film School, camera, lighting, filmmaking, creative freedom, travel, short films, paid work, day job, creative department, Miramar, lighting techniques, camera skills, film crew, teamwork, compromise, low-budget projects, competition, support, NZ industry, local films, NZ stories, film exposure, media, sustainable industry.
A newcomer’s journey in the film industry, learning the ropes and navigating challenges.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Future

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Future
Navigating the quiet industry period with hope for work and a unified national approach.
Wellington, film industry, Thunderbirds shoot, landscape gardener, truck driver, lighting, grip, commercials, Hobbit crew, Auckland Film Industry, national solutions, regional crisis, NZ film industry, misinformation, film campaign, industry support, film jobs, Christmas, New Year, Graeme Tuckett.
Navigating the quiet industry period with hope for work and a unified national approach.


Newbie Profile
Ruby Cumming

Newbie Profile
Ruby Cumming
From internships to full-time work, a journey through the challenges and opportunities in the NZ film industry.
film industry, internships, Southern Institute of Technology, art department, camera operator, editor, Fresh Shorts, NZ Film Commission, props work, digital shift, design, art direction, student films, Invercargill, Big Screen Symposium, Electric Shoelace, NZ crew, film school graduate, creative producers, John Barnett, NZ scenery, production company, resourceful crew.
From internships to full-time work, a journey through the challenges and opportunities in the NZ film industry.


Regional Wrap
Industry Slowdown and Opportunities in Wellington

Regional Wrap
Industry Slowdown and Opportunities in Wellington
TVCs and docos, but little drama or features in sight
Wellington, Crew Wellington, tax incentives, Australia, South Africa, Ireland, Canada, Eastern Europe, Avalon studios, Miramar, NZFC, script writing, New Zealand films, documentaries, film industry, Stephen Joyce, Hollywood.
TVCs and docos, but little drama or features in sight


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Landscape

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Landscape
Wellington’s media scene, Escalator scheme reflections, and the need for diversity in NZ television drama.
Wellington, film industry, television drama, Escalator scheme, NZFC funding, Girl vs Boy, The Hobbit, crew, commercial shoots, New Zealand drama, Avalon Studios, TVNZ, television production, Hope and Wire, Christchurch, film release, Berlin Film Festival, Shopping film, crew rates, industry initiatives, production companies, television diversity.
Wellington’s media scene, Escalator scheme reflections, and the need for diversity in NZ television drama.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Revival

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Revival
With fresh commercials, a new Taika Waititi project, and Avalon Studios sold, Wellington's film industry is buzzing again.
Wellington, Crew Wellington, commercials, Taika Waititi, Jemaine Clement, mockumentary, vampire, Two Little Boys, How to Meet Girls from a Distance, Avalon Studios, Paul Mainering, TVNZ, soundstage, production deals, Wellington AGM, Richard Bluck, Jen Metcalfe, Dave Brown, Jules Lovelock, film industry, New Zealand.
With fresh commercials, a new Taika Waititi project, and Avalon Studios sold, Wellington's film industry is buzzing again.


Regional Wrap
Wellington Film Scene Buzzing

Regional Wrap
Wellington Film Scene Buzzing
Graeme Tuckett discusses a busy year with The Hobbit, Taika Waititi’s projects, and Wellington’s thriving film industry.
Wellington, The Hobbit, Stone Street Studios, Taika Waititi, film production, TVCs, music videos, Wellington crew, Avatar 2, underwater shooting, Miramar, feature films, Existence, How to Meet Girls From a Distance, Louis Sutherland, Mark Albiston, Rob Sarkies, Two Little Boys, crew Wellington, New Zealand International Film Festival, film industry, production facilities, accommodation, vehicle rentals, catering, local features, Auckland producers.
Graeme Tuckett discusses a busy year with The Hobbit, Taika Waititi’s projects, and Wellington’s thriving film industry.
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