The 7th NZCS Awards (2024) were on recently. It was with some strong surprise and lots of gratitude that I received a Bronze for the web series pilot episode, 'Sandwich'. Created by collaborative film group in Ōtepoti, ScreenDUNEDIN, 'Sandwich' is a story by Emily Frith about an overworked parole officer, inspired by her experiences working in Dunedin.
The web series category of the awards was sponsored by creamsource. As stated on the night by MC Jennifer Ward-Lealand, 'This program format is a reflection of changing technology and viewing habits. Despite having modest budgets the expectations of robust and emotional storytelling are as relevant here as ever.'
Congratulations especially to to Paul Mockridge for the gold award with 'James Must-a-pic His Mum a Man: Ep2' and to Jared Jones for Silver with 'Bouncers: Ep7 Memorial Service'
Joining the NZCS last year as an associate is something I have thoroughly enjoyed and I am very thankful for the recognition with this award and also with the NZIFF 'Still Stories' Exhibition a little earlier in the year. Looking forward to more inspiring projects with inspiring people.
Here is to more projects of learning and collaborative image creation!