Business Showcase Series

Built on decades of industry experience, Raygun Lighting has earned a reputation as one of New Zealand's leading lighting companies, supporting everything from local productions to some of the world's biggest film and television projects.

But behind every production is what matters most—a highly skilled crew, trusted relationships and a collaborative approach that helps filmmakers turn creative vision into reality.

Behind every successful project is equipment that works when it's needed.

Access Specialties helps keep New Zealand's access equipment, crane fleets and specialist machinery operating at their best through expert servicing, inspections and technical support.

From major infrastructure projects to film productions in remote locations, they're the team helping customers stay productive when schedules are tight and reliability matters.

From award-winning feature films and premium television drama to global streaming productions, the Auckland-based team has earned a reputation as one of Australasia's leading full-service post production facilities.

Trusted by productions including The Power of the Dog, ASH, The Luminaries, The Brokenwood Mysteries and many more, Steve Finnigan, Grant Baker and their talented team continue to deliver exceptional results for clients around the world.

From epic battle scenes to iconic characters, horses on screen don't just happen by chance.

For more than 25 years, Equine Films has been helping filmmakers bring stories to life with expertly trained horses, experienced wranglers and a commitment to animal welfare.

For over a decade, Carwyn’s Catering has been keeping New Zealand’s film and production crews fuelled with exceptional cuisine, seamless service, and a can-do attitude.

Their secret? Passion, precision, teamwork, and showing up alongside their crew—no matter how early the call time.

Ten years on from launching Ashton Crane Hire, founder Marty Ashton is still driven by the same goal: delivering smarter lifting solutions backed by exceptional service.

In this Q&A, Marty shares insights from working on productions including Mulan, the company’s growth journey, and the specialised equipment supporting New Zealand’s screen sector.

That mindset has taken Cause and FX from Auckland to Sphere® Las Vegas — helping deliver visuals at one of the world’s most technically ambitious entertainment venues.

From Twisted Metal and Rings of Power to projects for Apple TV+, Disney and Paramount, the studio continues to push creative and technical boundaries through trust, collaboration, and craft.

15 years in. Still pushing further.

From hitchhiking across Australia to building one of New Zealand’s most trusted camera rental houses, MetroFilm’s story is grounded in passion, resilience and a lifelong commitment to cinematography.

MetroFilm has been part of New Zealand’s screen story since 1988.

Family-led. Industry-trusted. Built for production.

Department of Post has spent over a decade delivering seamless workflows from set to screen — combining on-set services, editorial, picture and sound post under one roof.

From local productions to global series like Spartacus: House of Ashur, this is post done properly.