Alan has worked in the NZ screen industry for 30+ years, including over 20 years as a production accountant and financial controller on both local and international productions, totaling more than 30 productions. He brings a calm, good-natured, practical and conscientious approach to his work. In addition, he's worked as a screenwriter, script editor, screenwriting lecturer, development exec and emerging producer. During his career he’s also been an occasional comedian, actor and youth music theatre producer. He’s contributed to several industry organisations as treasurer and/or board member.