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Film Construction is a leading Australasian Production Company. DIRECTORS . PHOTOGRAPHERS . PRODUCERS

Film Construction also provides exceptional New Zealand Production Services for Global Filmmakers, Brands and Advertising Agencies

19/12/2024

Sun rays and s***k by for the thirst quenchers

Seducing the holiday vibes and long lazy sun filled days to come with this cheeky little shoot.

Here we go!

13/12/2024

Wrapping up the year with some super meaningful work. Photographer brings sensitivity and artistry that blends perfectly with heartfelt brief for ‘Nuture The Future Within’. What a buzz it was crafting with this talented team!

‘Contributing to something that matters not just artistically but socially brings a sense of meaning that stays with you long after the work is done. This project felt like a chance to connect my art to something bigger, and for that, I feel truly grateful’ - says Katya.

This campaign calls on all of us to nurture the future within, to recognise our role as future ancestors, and to keep pregnancy alcohol-free. This is about looking after our next generations, now.

Katya’s and Dahnu’s partnership between photography and film resulted in a visual unity and purpose, aligned to Curative’s powerful messaging.

This campaign is a conversation starter, and now the real Mahi can begin.

Te Whatu Ora
Rebecca Ruwhiu-Collins

Design Director -
Creative -
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Producer -
Project Manager -
Designer -

Kaitiaki - Amiria Reriti

Producer - Director -
Photographer - 1st AD - Producer -
Production Manager- Izzy Graham

Crew
DOP -
Gimbal - .cameraop
1st AC -
DIT - Nick Burridge
Gaffer / Grip Combo -
Best Boy - Craig MacDonald
Photo assist / digi op - Standby Props -
Wardrobe/Makeup - Sarah Delvigne
Stylist (Prep)
HMU -
Sound - Myk Farmer
Location Manager - Rob Deacon
Location Assistant - Dylan Jones Unit Manager - Shakera Mackereth
Unit Assistant - Claire Douglas

Health and Safety - Zane Beaver
Runner - Katie Burson

10/12/2024

A soggy crew braving the elements with as much durability as the new Find X8 Pro.

Behind the scenes, the shoot was a testament to trust. “I held my breath every single time the phone left an actor’s hand—part terror, part exhilaration,” says . It went against the grain for the actors to throw the phone in the air - trusting that the props team would catch it. Each catch required multiple takes and a level of coordination. “To be honest, there were a few spills, but the phone survived them all without a scratch.”

29/11/2024

saddled up and hit the road for and .commonground with the new OPPO Find X8 Pro and its epic built-in lenses. The brief was to capture a natural landscape, portrait, urban landscape and an open concept. And the breif was also to show how mighty this phone camera is, job well done Soph! 🤎🤠🤎

Slides 1-4 were exhibited at the OPPO Find X8 Pro launch, slides 3-7 are a few extra snippets gathered along the way.

21/11/2024

Dream weaver for x

Celebrating 110 years of craftsmanship for their new engagement collection; 1914

30/10/2024

Last week’s BELONGING Exhibition was epic, 🙏 to everyone who came along and filled with warmth and good heart. It was so cool to be reminded that we’re a community, regardless of the competitive nature, and the high’s and lows. We’re all basically pretty amazing human’s who care about our craft and the people we make stuff with. And this exhibition was all about belonging, and in some magical way, the vibe in the room amplified that completely.

So here’s to the work, the exhibition that explored and then embodied Belonging. And here’s to our team of talented image makers.

.hurley

Special thanks to:
studio

23/10/2024

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT TO BELONG. Come and join us 🖤

10 Photographers, 20 Photograph’s

Featuring
@kboook .hurley @mikehishonphoto

From 5 pm everyone welcome

Tunes by SURFS UP and MAMA-MIYA

Thanks to:
for the epic A1 printsstudio for the stunning book design
Blue Star for book printing
for shining some light on the work.

21/10/2024

To view the rest of this image, come join us this Thursday from 5pm.

Everyone welcome 💛

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17/10/2024

We’re excited to welcome to the FC director roster—an exciting addition to our creative family. From starring in front of the lens to calling the shots behind it, Dahnu brings a versatile skill set and fresh perspective to the team.

Earlier this year, he made his mark with his first short film, *Te Ahi*, slated for the international festival circuit. Now, with his commercial debut for Ogilvy NZ also under his belt, Dahnu is ready to bring his distinctive storytelling style to the world of advertising.

We’re licking the butter off our paws 😻 🐾

05/10/2024

Sophie Miya-Smith, making the saitn PJ set sparkle for x

A night in never looked so good! 🥂🦩

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04/09/2024

Photographer perfects the honey drizzle, working alongside the creative minds of Art Director Dave Brady and for the honey gurus of

“This series feels like little pieces of art that make my heart sing and hopefully make your mouth water” - says Manja.

MANUKA HEALTH
GM Marketing Manager - Graham Ritchie
Snr Brand Manager - Jaimee Freeman
Group Innovation & Growth Manager - Jodie Keenan
Marketing Coordinator - Rosa Burrell
Creative Production Manager - Rob Linkhorn

THE TUESDAY CLUB
Creative Director - Nick Worthington
Art Director - Dave Brady
Account Manager - Liz Stokes
Agency Producer - Frith Armstrong

FILM CONSTRUCTION
Executive Producer -
Photographer -
Producer -

CREW
DP -
Digi Op - .corry
Digi Op -
Gaffer -
Art / Props Stylist - .hugues
Food Stylist -
DIT - Rob O’Connor
Production Runner - Manu Walters

23/08/2024

straps into an astral journey on a test shoot with some of the best snowboard bindings in the universe

The goal was to bring that same energy you get on the slopes or at the skate park right into the studio. Devon aimed the light straight at the lens, making the carefully placed dust pop, giving it that “snow splashing on the lens” vibe. Going all-in on the fish-eye lens, the kind that’s a staple in skateboarding shots—no filters, just pure in-camera style. All action, no fluff 🤟.

Thanks to the good folk CHCH for the bindings.

30/07/2024

Some BTS of the best. x . Always a good day on set with this crew 🖤

28/07/2024

Photographer turns up the heat and conjures sunshine from rain for

Teaming up with her besties and adding some NZ sparkle to this iconic UK brand. Ahhhh the magic! 🍸 🌞 🍸

Photographer
Producer
EP
Photographers Assist - Nic Fletcher
Digital Assist .nz
Stylist .hugues
Stylist Assist .hugues

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18/07/2024

NEW FC HUMAN

We are stoked to welcome the super talents of to the fold.

A director with fresh vision, his storytelling is complemented by imaginative shot-making and finely honed craft.

Originally from Los Angeles and now based in Sydney, Tobias has already made his mark with campaigns for major brands like Apple Music, Samsung, and Nespresso.

His music videos for artists such as G-Eazy and Alessia Cara have garnered over a billion views. With a background in journalism, Nathan’s work explores complex human conditions, as seen in his acclaimed documentary short “Breaking the Circle.” Currently, in development on a feature film and a TV series, we can’t wait to integrate Tobias’ fresh vision into local projects.

Another standout human ⚡️

08/07/2024

Our EP/Photographer collaborates with the mighty talents of madethis.aunz and for Transport NSW’s ‘Street Harassment Has No Grey Area’ campaign.

Photographer: Belinda Bradley
Executive Producer: Ainslee Littlemore
Lead Producer: Callum Smit
1st AD: Naomi Enfield naomienfield
Digi OP: Jake Dennis
2nd AC: Dane Moffat
Gaffer: Remi Durrenberger
Best Person: Beau Moulson
Unit Manager: Michal Krzywda .krzywda.mk
Art Director: Laura James
Stylist Assist: Margarita Gershkovich .garlic
Hair & Make Up: Michelle Dube
Retouch Artists: Prue Ibbotson , Adrian Foot , Adrian Garofalo

Digital & Print Rollout
Producer: Meera Srikanth
Designers: Simon Phipps & Rachael Brooks .k.b

Agency: Clemenger BBDO
Executive Creative Director: Tristan Graham
Creative Director: Brodie King
Copywriter: Riana McKenzie
Art Director: Zoe Perrin
Senior Business Director: Gracie Smith
Business Director: Stephanie Cheung

Home team:

05/07/2024

More puppies 🐶

captures handfuls of floof for x guide dog fundraising campaign.

Totally distracting cuteness at only six weeks old. Our puppies got total star treatment with little naps and treats in between their on camera performances. What a dream gig this was.

Photographer
Producer
Digi Op
Gaffer Adrian Greshoff

03/07/2024

.hurley teams up with the explosive talents of to create frisky visuals for Karangahape Road’s inaugural restaurant month campaign - EAT IT 🖤🍽️🖤

ECD - Sam Stuchbury
Creative Copywriter
Senior Designer
Senior Creative - Melina Fiolitakis

Photographer .hurley
Photography Assist
Stylist
Food Stylist .hugues
Food Stylis Assist .hugues

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Move on in 2025. May your sneakers shine bright and your dance moves be knockout! Happy New Flares to all 🪩🖤🪩 #2025

Wishing all our dance partners of 2024, an epic Christmas and the happiest of holidays. To all our collaborators, conceptualists, clients, crew and epic suppliers. You’re all legends! Big merry love from team FC xx

Some bts of our last shoot of the year. A beautiful day full of beautiful people. @kboook x @dahnugraham x @curative_nz A massive thanks to all the clever hands and hearts involved. #bts #filmcrew #photographer #director #producer #onlocation #aotearoa

Director @dahnugraham paddles the Waka to shore for @curative_nz powerful campaign - ‘Nurture the Future Within’. The journey was packed with incredible navigators - Curative x Te Whatu Ora x Te Kapa Manawa The campaign calls on all of us to recognise our role as future ancestors, and to keep pregnancy alcohol-free. It’s about looking after our next generations, now. “I’m humbled to work with a team of artists that all came together and instinctively knew that no matter what happens - we’re going to find a way to achieve this with grace. This kaupapa deserves it” - says Dahnu. Thanks for having us onboard @curative_nz This campaign is a conversation starter, and now the real Mahi can begin. Te Whatu Ora Rebecca Ruwhiu-Collins @curative_nz Design Director - @kaanivorous Creative - @loganjdbradley Creative - @kateprior Producer - @georgiamaehoffman Project Manager - @melharries Designer - @laurenwepa Kaitiaki - Amiria Reriti @film_construction Producer - @leahburson Director - @dahnugraham Photographer - @kboook 1st AD - @perrybradley Executive Producer - @belsbradley Production Manager- Izzy Graham Crew DOP - @drewmcgeorge Gimbal - @jonodrew.cameraop 1st AC - @bayleybp DIT - Nick Burridge Gaffer / Grip Combo - @pabloredband Best Boy - Craig MacDonald Photo assist / digi op - @joshszeto_ Standby Props - @saaowen Wardrobe/Makeup - Sarah Delvigne Stylist (Prep) @kyleestrathdee HMU - @mirandarraman Sound - Myk Farmer Location Manager - Rob Deacon Location Assistant - Dylan Jones Unit Manager - Shakera Mackereth Unit Assistant - Claire Douglas @craftservicesnz Health and Safety - Zane Beaver Runner - Katie Burson

FRESH WORK Director @harriettstella throws phones for the launch of @opponewzealand flagship Find X8 Pro. Who doesn’t love an excuse to toss around some high-tech gear, a mix of Hasselblad glass and OPPO’s ingenuity. The phone’s specifications tell their own story: 50-megapixel lenses, Gorilla Glass protection, water and knock-proof resistance. Harriett’s direction transforms these technical details into moments of fun, each catch a celebration of enjoying life. Thanks to an epic crew who also turned out to be great catchers! OPPO Marketing Manager - @eduardo.sampaio Executive Producer - @belsbradley Producer - @leahburson Director - @harriettstella Campaign Photographer - @matt.hurley Hurley DOP - @tim_flower Editor - @perrybradley Colourist - @peteritchie Sound - @radiatestudios_ Online - @hemihutchinson

Hey hey, we’re getting the white gloves ready to install the prints TOMORROW !! See ya there @normataps from 5pm. Everyone welcome. Featuring @devon_krige @jakedennis @jasonierace @jodiejamesnz @kboook @manjawachsmuth @matt.hurley @micheleaboud @mikehishonphoto @sophiemiyasmith A fresh mix of photography. All set to the good vibes of Norma Taps + Guest DJ’s #exhibition #photography #stillsroster #filmconstruction#onenightonly #comingsoon #everyonewelcome

BE LONGING Join us for our inaugural Stills Division Exhibition. Images that delve into the fundamental human drive for connection and belonging. One Night Only Thursday 24 October 5pm onwards Norma Taps City Works depot 90 Wellesley Street West Auckland Featuring @devon_krige @jakedennis @jasonierace @jodiejamesnz @kboook @manjawachsmuth @matt.hurley @micheleaboud @mikehishonphoto @sophiemiyasmith Everyone welcome. We’d love to see you there! A fresh mix of photography. All set to the good vibes of Norma Taps + Guest DJ’s ⚡️ #exhibition #photography #stillsroster #filmconstruction#onenightonly #comingsoon #everyonewelcome

BE LONGING | EXHIBITION Coming soon… @devon_krige @jakedennis @jasonierace @jodiejamesnz @kboook @manjawachsmuth @matt.hurley @micheleaboud @mikehishonphoto @sophiemiyasmith #exhibition #photography #stillsroster #filmconstruction #onenightonly #comingsoon #everyonewelcome

Now For The Work ⚡️ Celebrating our new team player director @tobiasnathan He’s got all the CHOPS! Sound on 🎧 #showreel #entertainment #director #newsigning #TVC #drama #vfx #roster #musicvideo #performance #automotive #documentary #sport #lifestyle #TVseries

A Tuesday BTS endorphin hit. On location @blindlowvisionnz campus to raise funds for these little floofs to grow up as trusty guide dogs via @youngshand BTS 📷 @kboook #bts #puppies #guidedogs #training #fundraiser #onset #shootday

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Producers of Epic Filmy Stuff...

Two young men, armed with a singular vision and a hand-levered La Pavoni espresso machine, decided to take over a basement office beside a student pub in Auckland. The year was 1996, and they knew this much – they were passionate about filmmaking, and partial to a good coffee.

Since then, Film Construction has grown beyond the bounds of a basement and into one of Australasia’s most creative and awarded film production companies with offices in Auckland, Sydney, Queenstown and Singapore.

And while Film Construction has always been passionate about filmmaking, we’ve never been more excited about things than we are today. With the explosive evolution of technology, we can now shoot in many formats and for many different screens. We work all over the world with our mantra still being “do great work and that speaks for itself”.

Our coffee machine is still at the centre of the office. So of course, drop in for a brew and tell us your story.