Tāpū

Grace Chan is an emerging filmmaker and visual storyteller from Pōneke, bringing her Malaysian Chinese Kiwi perspective to grounded, culturally resonant stories. Trained in film and TV production, she works across various on-set roles, with a particular passion for cinematography and camera assisting. Outside film, Grace creates content for local restaurants and coordinates Kura Kai, connecting her love of food with community mahi.

Mahana Dexter is an emerging Tahitian filmmaker based in Pōneke, Aotearoa. With a background in communications and film production, she received the Best Cinematography Award at Yoobee College Wellington. Her work explores identity and belonging, with a particular focus on women in the justice system. Working across cinematography, producing and production coordination, Mahana brings a collaborative and empathetic approach to storytelling.

Mahana Dexter is an emerging Tahitian filmmaker based in Pōneke, Aotearoa. With a background in communications and film production, she received the Best Cinematography Award at Yoobee College Wellington. Her work explores identity and belonging, with a particular focus on women in the justice system. Working across cinematography, producing and production coordination, Mahana brings a collaborative and empathetic approach to storytelling.

Michael Cox is a Wellington-based filmmaker and tutor whose work explores intimate, character-driven stories. A consistent finalist in the Vista Foundation 48Hours Film Festival, he won Best Solo/Duo Team of Aotearoa in 2024. His films have screened internationally, including at Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival. Since 2022, Michael has taught directing and production management at Yoobee College, supporting emerging filmmakers while continuing to develop his own work.