

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.


Newbie Profile
Maggie Webster-Shadbolt

Newbie Profile
Maggie Webster-Shadbolt
Reflections on starting out, cross-departmental teamwork, and New Zealand’s opportunities for industry growth.
New Zealand screen industry, film school, Lowdown Dirty Criminals, film career, television career, behind the scenes, social media publicity, cross-departmental work, resourcefulness, crew teamwork, Guild membership, upskilling, industry growth, local crew, sustainable industry, new studios, 2021 opportunities, production challenges, Kiwi adaptability, career reflections.
Reflections on starting out, cross-departmental teamwork, and New Zealand’s opportunities for industry growth.


Regional Wrap
Looking Ahead to 2021

Regional Wrap
Looking Ahead to 2021
Reflecting on a bustling year and preparing for a tsunami of work in New Zealand’s screen industry.
New Zealand film industry, 2020 reflection, pandemic impact, Crew Wellington, industry growth, production boom, crew training, young talent, work-life balance, screen industry resilience, 2021 outlook, film production, post-pandemic recovery, FC queries, international productions, Godzone, busy schedules, film crew, industry adaptation, film community, future planning.
Reflecting on a bustling year and preparing for a tsunami of work in New Zealand’s screen industry.


Editorial
A Year Like No Other

Editorial
A Year Like No Other
Reflecting on resilience, industry growth, and maintaining safety in New Zealand's thriving film sector.
New Zealand film industry, Covid-free status, 2020 challenges, industry resilience, film production, studio space, entry-level roles, apprenticeship, crew training, Covid safety measures, contact tracing, hygiene, self-governed industry, community outbreaks, mandatory sign-in, industry growth, West Island, GT, film crew, consideration, health protocols, looking ahead, 2021 predictions.
Reflecting on resilience, industry growth, and maintaining safety in New Zealand's thriving film sector.


Newbie Profile
Brae Toia

Newbie Profile
Brae Toia
A journey from freelance makeup artist to wardrobe, embracing learning and collaboration in film.
screen production, makeup artist, hair stylist, wardrobe, Hokianga, Christchurch, sustainable career, freelance, film industry, TV commercials, onset etiquette, university, social interaction, creative careers, career networking, Guild membership, Christchurch film industry, industry resilience, professional development, New Zealand film industry.
A journey from freelance makeup artist to wardrobe, embracing learning and collaboration in film.


Newbie Profile
Gemma Hinchey

Newbie Profile
Gemma Hinchey
A costume designer’s journey from fashion to film, emphasizing teamwork, sustainability, and industry growth.
Gemma Hinchey, costume design, film industry, fashion, What We Do in the Shadows, collaboration, Weta Workshop, team, storytelling, film costume, industry growth, Guild, sustainability, waste reduction, NZ film industry, specialized skills, film production, gender, crew, economic benefit, workroom.
A costume designer’s journey from fashion to film, emphasizing teamwork, sustainability, and industry growth.


Regional Wrap
2020 Film Outlook for Wellington

Regional Wrap
2020 Film Outlook for Wellington
Wellington's film industry looks forward to a busy year with upcoming projects and high-quality local films.
Wellington, Avatar, TVCs, mid-budget features, Cousins, Savages, international festivals, 2020, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, film industry, film projects, local films, cinemas, production, post-production, work capacity, CV, filmmaking, rumors, industry break.
Wellington's film industry looks forward to a busy year with upcoming projects and high-quality local films.


Editorial
A Salute to Print

Editorial
A Salute to Print
Reflecting on the enduring value of printed words and the milestones of another decade in NZTECHO.
NZTECHO magazine, print media value, editorial oversight, Graeme Tuckett, New Zealand film industry, cinematographer Stuart Dryburgh, Arthur Baysting farewell, safety on set, Waka Attewell, Anim8a design, Jason Anim8a, print vs digital, twenty-twenties, film industry reflection, co-worker appreciation, magazine accountability, film industry insights, New Zealand cinematography, print nostalgia, industry contributors, paper media relevance, decade milestones.
Reflecting on the enduring value of printed words and the milestones of another decade in NZTECHO.


Newbie Profile
Alana Henderson

Newbie Profile
Alana Henderson
A production coordinator shares insights on breaking into film, industry growth, and fostering sustainability in New Zealand.
film industry, New Zealand, production department, production coordinator, breaking into film, Lovely Bones, Saoirse Ronan, storytelling in film, film flexibility, industry growth, NZ film talent, film crew teamwork, Guild membership, COVID-19 response, sustainable film industry, crew rate card, pay equality, work-life balance, family-friendly film sets, job sharing, mental health in film, physical health, career in production, filmmaking challenges, industry adaptability, fostering creativity.
A production coordinator shares insights on breaking into film, industry growth, and fostering sustainability in New Zealand.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Revival

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Revival
A thriving Wellington film scene balances major productions and smaller projects in a rapid post-lockdown recovery.
Wellington film industry, Avatar production, Miramar, film crew recovery, post-lockdown filmmaking, smaller film projects, funded shorts, TV commercials, corporate films, film industry growth, crew demand, double bookings, Te Aro, Wellington city film crews, New Zealand filmmaking, 2020 recovery, busy film season, Wellington film workers, film projects resurgence, Grey Lynn comparison, thriving film scene.
A thriving Wellington film scene balances major productions and smaller projects in a rapid post-lockdown recovery.


Editorial
Aotearoa's Industry in Full Swing

Editorial
Aotearoa's Industry in Full Swing
Celebrating growth, balancing opportunities, and honoring contributions in New Zealand’s screen industry.
New Zealand screen industry, Aotearoa, international shoots, local productions, crew training, studio space, interns, industry growth, Film Commission, Savage shoot, James Brown, regional wraps, screen magazine, obituaries, film contributions, industry challenges, work balance, training opportunities, onshore work, GT, contributor call.
Celebrating growth, balancing opportunities, and honoring contributions in New Zealand’s screen industry.


Newbie Profile
Mark Westerby

Newbie Profile
Mark Westerby
A seasoned producer shares insights on filmmaking, collaboration, and building a sustainable New Zealand industry.
screen industry, filmmaking, New Zealand, EPK production, creative fields, storytelling, projectionist, Random Films, Create Wellington, Wellington screen sector, Caffeine & Aspirin, Radio Active, film marketing, screen marketing strategy, filmmaking process, screen guild, SPADA, WIFT, collaboration, industry sustainability, crew training, new studios, storytelling talent, screen pipeline, industry growth, creative industries, New Zealand film strengths.
A seasoned producer shares insights on filmmaking, collaboration, and building a sustainable New Zealand industry.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Reboot

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Film Reboot
As productions resume, Wellington’s film industry reflects on challenges, successes, and a fresh digital upgrade.
Wellington film industry, lockdown recovery, Avatar production, Miramar, essential crew, film controversy, local crew employment, tall-poppy syndrome, indie features, commercial jobs, content creators, small screen specialists, film industry contributions, economic impact, Wellington culture, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, website upgrade, digital transformation, film production restart, New Zealand screen industry, content boom, post-lockdown filmmaking, industry resilience, regional filmmaking, media bias.
As productions resume, Wellington’s film industry reflects on challenges, successes, and a fresh digital upgrade.


Editorial
A Reflection on Lockdown

Editorial
A Reflection on Lockdown
NZTECHO's editor reflects on Covid-19’s impact, lessons learned, and fostering a healthier film industry.
NZTECHO, issue #85, issue #84 lockdown, New Zealand film industry, Covid-19 impact, lockdown reflections, workplace safety, health and safety, industry resilience, studio reopening, sustainable filmmaking, co-worker support, mental health in film, healthy workplaces, environmental stewardship, post-lockdown industry, film community, industry collaboration, fast-paced business, workplace dynamics, industry well-being, film magazine, contributions, GT editor.
NZTECHO's editor reflects on Covid-19’s impact, lessons learned, and fostering a healthier film industry.


Newbie Profile
Graham Thompson

Newbie Profile
Graham Thompson
Reflections on nearly 30 years of location scouting, industry cycles, and building a collaborative future.
film industry career, location scouting, location management, Heavenly Creatures, South Island locations, Queenstown, Christchurch film industry, TVCs, location scouting challenges, New Zealand film industry, number 8 wire mentality, industry resilience, AJ Films, Christchurch Guild, industry communication, film industry recession, new normal, creative collaboration, Canterbury film opportunities, NZ Film and Television School, Wayne Birmingham, Peter Jackson, industry cycles, film passion.
Reflections on nearly 30 years of location scouting, industry cycles, and building a collaborative future.


Regional Wrap
Staying Resilient in Crisis

Regional Wrap
Staying Resilient in Crisis
A message of solidarity, hope, and community strength for New Zealand’s screen industry during lockdown.
Wellington film industry, Crew Wellington, Crew Auckland, New Zealand screen industry, Covid-19 impact, lockdown resilience, non-essential filming halt, government support, community strength, scriptwriting, editing projects, gear maintenance, Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, financial relief, rebuilding the industry, solidarity, filmmaking community, staying safe, hand washing, resilience, future recovery, screen sector unity.
A message of solidarity, hope, and community strength for New Zealand’s screen industry during lockdown.


Editorial
Adapting to Unprecedented Times

Editorial
Adapting to Unprecedented Times
NZTECHO’s first digital edition reflects on the film industry’s challenges, resilience, and hope amid a pandemic.
NZTECHO, digital edition, Covid-19 impact, New Zealand film industry, global pandemic, industry shutdown, remote working, film commission column, local productions, international productions, government support, economic challenges, industry resilience, digital animators, post-lockdown recovery, community kindness, priorities reassessment, industry survival, film studios, advertising industry, local TV shows, positive outlook, teamwork, remote collaboration, safety measures, stay safe.
NZTECHO’s first digital edition reflects on the film industry’s challenges, resilience, and hope amid a pandemic.
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