

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.


Wide Angle
One Story Out of Hundreds

Wide Angle
One Story Out of Hundreds
Reflecting on mental health challenges, resilience, and the importance of connection in the film industry.
mental health, film industry, resilience, depression, anxiety, ADHD, neurodiversity, personal reflection, coping strategies, support networks, loneliness, connection, vulnerability, seeking help, mental health awareness, film set culture, life challenges, community support, personal growth, reaching out, GT.
Reflecting on mental health challenges, resilience, and the importance of connection in the film industry.


Editorial
Reflecting on Loss and Hope

Editorial
Reflecting on Loss and Hope
Tributes to industry talents and a call for unity as New Zealand's screen sector regains momentum post-pandemic.
NZTECHO, screen industry, international productions, film-friendly New Zealand, vaccination success, mental health awareness, Vincent Burke tribute, Richard Matthews tribute, Ants Farrell tribute, Wellington film industry, pandemic recovery, film crews, industry resilience, global reputation, New Zealand filmmaking, unity in disagreement, film sector challenges, mental health in film, community support, tribute articles.
Tributes to industry talents and a call for unity as New Zealand's screen sector regains momentum post-pandemic.


Newbie Profile
Ella Dickson

Newbie Profile
Ella Dickson
A look at Ella Dickson's journey from hospitality to film, and her aspirations for the industry’s future.
Ella Dickson, film career, screen production, hospitality, film catering, crew, set life, logistical departments, Unit, Craft Services, Locations, Transportation, Camera, Lighting, Grips, interpersonal skills, teamwork, Guild membership, NZ film industry, creative side, community, industry sustainability, global stage, industry growth, filmmaking journey.
A look at Ella Dickson's journey from hospitality to film, and her aspirations for the industry’s future.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Industry Resilience

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Industry Resilience
How Wellington became a hub for TVCs and features during Auckland's lockdown and continued to thrive.
Crew Wellington, Auckland lockdown, TVC relocation, Wellington film industry, Avatar crew, film-friendly councils, Greater Wellington Regional Council, feature films, skilled crews, Wellington production, industry growth, production slowdown, filming ease, local talent, media industry, capital city film scene, film production 2022, industry resilience, film work relocation, New Year outlook.
How Wellington became a hub for TVCs and features during Auckland's lockdown and continued to thrive.


In Focus
Lane Street Studios: A Report

In Focus
Lane Street Studios: A Report
New Wellington-based film studios offering world-class facilities and training opportunities for local screen industry.
Lane Street Studios, film studios, Wellington, sound stages, production facilities, green production, vocational training, screen industry, Aotearoa, New Zealand, construction, eco-friendly, film production, creative business, skills development, local talent, industry partnerships, movie studios, studio facilities, film equipment, sustainable practices, future workforce.
New Wellington-based film studios offering world-class facilities and training opportunities for local screen industry.


Editorial
Reflecting on a Challenging Year

Editorial
Reflecting on a Challenging Year
A look back at 2021's impact on NZ's film industry and hope for a brighter 2022.
NZ film industry, 2021 challenges, Auckland production, Covid-19 impact, Omicron concerns, vaccination rates, industry resilience, Tāmaki Makaurau, Greater Auckland, global comparisons, health and well-being, TVC influx, production struggles, science and medicine trust, industry reflection, summer optimism, pandemic perspective, NZTECHO, Graeme, New Zealand resilience.
A look back at 2021's impact on NZ's film industry and hope for a brighter 2022.


Newbie Profile
Marg Slater

Newbie Profile
Marg Slater
Reflecting on a career in screen production, industry strengths, and the need for training and collaboration for a sustainable future.
screen production, film career, storytelling, collaboration, Cinco Cine, freelance work, training, NZ film industry, industry growth, work ethic, whenua, job sharing, manaakitanga, industry-led training, Guild membership, film set, New Zealand screen sector, crew connections, infrastructure development, work-life balance, government support, film industry future.
Reflecting on a career in screen production, industry strengths, and the need for training and collaboration for a sustainable future.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Busy Film Season

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Busy Film Season
The Capital faces challenges with overlapping TVCs and the return of Avatar, highlighting the need for better communication in the industry.
Crew Wellington, TVC, filming challenges, Avatar, Wellington film industry, production schedules, commercial confidentiality, industry communication, overlapping projects, crew shortages, filming logistics, production managers, Auckland lockdown, film industry collaboration, local production, film roles, TV commercials, industry learning curve, safety protocols, production planning, capital city filming.
The Capital faces challenges with overlapping TVCs and the return of Avatar, highlighting the need for better communication in the industry.


In Focus
Hamish Bennett Q&A

In Focus
Hamish Bennett Q&A
Reflecting on the success of Bellbird, safety on set, and the challenges of filmmaking during COVID-19.
Hamish Bennett, Bellbird, filmmaking journey, New Zealand film, primary school teacher, COVID-19 impact, safety on set, farming world, film set culture, actors, local community, film production, Northland, teaching parallels, ACC insurance, quad bikes, working farm, health and safety, relationships, director advice, New Zealand filmmakers, filmmaking process, creative environment, gratitude in filmmaking.
Reflecting on the success of Bellbird, safety on set, and the challenges of filmmaking during COVID-19.


Editorial
NZTECHO #90 Update

Editorial
NZTECHO #90 Update
Despite ongoing challenges, NZTECHO #90 brings insightful contributions and regional updates for the screen industry.
NZTECHO, Auckland lockdown, industry challenges, film soundtracks, Peter Thornton, Simon Sweetman, New Zealand film, soundtracks, Adrian Hebron, testing and tagging, regional wrap-ups, Bay of Plenty, Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington, Marg Slater, industry updates, film industry, Covid-19, New Zealand screen sector, film production, safety protocols.
Despite ongoing challenges, NZTECHO #90 brings insightful contributions and regional updates for the screen industry.


Newbie Profile
Jymi Best

Newbie Profile
Jymi Best
A screen professional shares their journey from film school to becoming a skilled technician and their thoughts on strengthening New Zealand's film industry.
screen production, NZ film and TV school, camera department, Ken Saville, trainee staff, industry investment, production companies, subsidy, crew training, future-proofing, NZ film industry, professional facilities, growth, hard-working crew, world climate, filmmaking.
A screen professional shares their journey from film school to becoming a skilled technician and their thoughts on strengthening New Zealand's film industry.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Industry Update

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Industry Update
Wellington experiences a shift in production workload, the end of Wellington Paranormal, and ongoing infrastructure growth.
Wellington, film production, TVC, techs, Auckland, long-running shows, Wellington Paranormal, Cuba Mall, overseas success, TV commercials, producers, directors, medium budget, Level 2 hiccup, infrastructure development, film industry growth, NZTECHO, crew capacity, production delays, local talent, screen industry.
Wellington experiences a shift in production workload, the end of Wellington Paranormal, and ongoing infrastructure growth.


Editorial
NZTECHO #89 Highlights

Editorial
NZTECHO #89 Highlights
Mid-year reflections, new contributions from Dunedin, and upcoming health-focused articles for the screen industry.
NZTECHO, film industry, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, health risks, onset workers, concussion, melanoma, Dunedin office, Rebecca Rowe, regional opportunities, production updates, Jymi Best, newbie column, health articles, industry contributions, local film productions, ACC, industry challenges, film sector support, NZ film news.
Mid-year reflections, new contributions from Dunedin, and upcoming health-focused articles for the screen industry.


Newbie Profile
Chris Hiles

Newbie Profile
Chris Hiles
Insights on New Zealand’s film industry growth, challenges, and the value of people and the Guild.
New Zealand film industry, RNZ, TV3, sound mixers, broadcasting, career reflections, industry challenges, infrastructure, Guild membership, crew working conditions, superannuation, kiwi saver, late lunch penalties, low-budget productions, NZ On Air, Film Commission, tax rebates, non-unionized industry, career shoutouts, Tony Johnson, Sam Spicer, Chris Sara, industry growth, work-life balance, Number 8 wire, creative ethics, sound mixers, film crew, Guild contributions.
Insights on New Zealand’s film industry growth, challenges, and the value of people and the Guild.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Production Boom

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Production Boom
A surge of film and TV projects keeps Wellington's crew and studios buzzing with back-to-back shoots.
Wellington film industry, production boom, Project X, A24 shoot, Avatar, Wellington Paranormal, TVCs, crew shortages, location scouts, Avalon studios, film projects, night shoots, regional productions, Otaki, Whanganui, winter filming, Crew Wellington, industry workload, busy season, Loren Taylor, sequel, prequel, GT.
A surge of film and TV projects keeps Wellington's crew and studios buzzing with back-to-back shoots.


Editorial
Industry Momentum and Reflections

Editorial
Industry Momentum and Reflections
Exploring Aotearoa's screen industry growth, farewells, and safety reminders in challenging yet promising times.
screen industry, New Zealand, Aotearoa, film apprenticeship, crew training, production boom, global jobs, NZFC, Annabelle Sheehan, Paul Richards, Paul Verrall, Melanoma awareness, skin cancer, outdoor workers, SPFX legend, Wellington film sets, TVCs, industry safety, production capacity, screen industry resilience, studio growth
Exploring Aotearoa's screen industry growth, farewells, and safety reminders in challenging yet promising times.
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