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State of the Industry: Panel Discussion and Speaker

  • Fujifilm House of Photography · North Shore
  • From NZD 20.00
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State of the Industry: Panel Discussion and Speaker
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Where is commercial photography heading, and what do photographers need to know to stay relevant, adaptable and creatively ambitious?
About this Event

The Advertising & Illustrative Photographers Association (AIPA), in collaboration with FUJIFILM NZ, invites you to State of the Industry, an evening of conversation, insight and connection at Fujifilm House of Photography.

Bringing together some of the most experienced voices working across Aotearoa’s photography and creative industries, this is a unique opportunity to hear directly from people shaping the industry, from photography and production to creative direction, education and artist representation.

As technology, client expectations and market conditions continue to evolve, our speakers will unpack the realities of working in today’s commercial environment, the changes they’re seeing first-hand, and the opportunities emerging for photographers and other lens-based creatives.



Featured Panellists

· Taylor Pritchard — Photographer & Filmmaker

· Fleur Swarbrick — Producer & Founder, Triple Shot Production Agency

· Nicole Sykes — Executive Creative Director, Daylight Studio

· Anton Maurer — Educator & Lens-Based Artist, Whitecliffe



MC

Peter Vegas — Advertising Creative & former Co-Cheif Creative Officer, FCB Aotearoa



Headline Speaker

Christina Force — Photographer’s Consultant & former Photo Agent



What We’ll Explore

· Navigating today’s commercial and economic climate in Aotearoa, from changing budgets to client and delivery expectations

· The evolution of agencies, production companies and creative partnerships

· The growing expectation for broader skillsets across stills, video and multimedia

· Changes within photography and creative media education

· Emerging technologies and creative trends, including AI, the resurgence of film, and the changing role of the photographer

· Where the opportunities may lie for the next generation of image-makers


The panel discussion will include an audience Q&A, giving you the opportunity to put your own questions directly to this exceptional group of industry experts.



An Evening to Learn, Connect and Exchange Ideas

The evening is also designed to create space for industry connection. Join us from 5:30pm for drinks and canapés on arrival, with time to meet fellow photographers, producers, creatives, educators and others working across the industry. A dedicated intermission between the panel and keynote will provide another opportunity to continue the conversation, network and enjoy drinks and canapés.


This is your shot to hear straight talk from industry experts and connect with the industry in a way that just doesn't happen online.

Spaces are limited, don't miss it!



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Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM
Doors Open — Drinks, canapés & networking
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
State of the Industry Panel Discussion + audience Q&A
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Intermission — Drinks, canapés & networking
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Keynote — Christina Force
🕑: 09:00 PM
Event Ends
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Event venue & nearby stays

Fujifilm House of Photography, 2C William Pickering Drive, North Shore, New Zealand

Tickets NZD 20.00
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