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Storytelling is at the heart of everything we create.

Stories connect us, inspire action, and make the world pay attention.
Our job is to find the beating heart of your story—the pulse that makes it real, relatable, and impactful.

Meet The Herd Team

Mark Crysell

Journalist, Writer, Presenter, Producer, Director

Miriama Kamo

Writer, Presenter, Director, Producer

Julia Sartorio

Writer, Researcher, Director, Producer

Chris Mansfield

Creative Director, Editor, Colourist, Producer

A trusted award-winning team

Producing and delivering compelling content to a large,
broad and engaged audience of New Zealanders for more than quarter of a century

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Full service video content production

Storytelling & Journalism

We specialise in crafting compelling scripts and detailed storyboards, bringing your vision to life. From concept to execution, we ensure every scene is meticulously planned, providing seamless, impactful videos that captivate and engage your audience.

Creative Development

We provide innovative creative development services, transforming ideas into compelling concepts. From scripting to storyboarding and creative pitches. If you have an idea we can do the rest.

Content

Our team have decades of experience in producing high-quality factual content, blending rigorous research with engaging storytelling ensuring that every project is both informative and captivating. If you’re seeking compelling factual programming, or content don’t hesitate to reach out to explore how they can bring your vision to life.

Filming

We offer professional video filming services tailored to all requirements from multi-cam studio shoots, events, interviews and corporate to certified aerial photography.From documentaries to branded content, we capture compelling stories with precision, creativity, and technical excellence.

Post Production

We are a comprehensive full service post-production service, including offline and online editing, motion graphics, audio mixing, multi cam editing, colour grading, and broadcast output. Any format, any shape, any style for anywhere.

Colour Correction

Lift your video to the next level with attention grabbing colour enhancement. Being a certified DaVinci Resolve colourist means we are able to leverage  creative grading tools that manipulates light and colour in breathtaking ways that complement and help tell the story.

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Training

With decades of industry experience, we bring a wealth of knowledge to our training programs.

Communication

Herd Productions offers expert communication training tailored for creative professionals. We focus on storytelling, on-camera confidence, interview techniques, and clear messaging, empowering individuals and teams to communicate effectively in video production and digital content creation.

Scriptwriting

Expert advice on scriptwriting, teaching storytelling structure, engaging dialogue, and compelling narratives. Our sessions help creatives craft scripts for film, TV, and digital content, ensuring clear messaging and impactful storytelling for any audience.

Speechwriting

Herd Productions offers expert speechwriting training, focusing on structure, persuasive language, and audience engagement. We help individuals craft compelling speeches with clarity and impact, ensuring their message resonates in presentations, public speaking, and digital content.

Public Speaking

Mark and Miriama offer expert public speaking training, drawing from their extensive experience. They focus on building confidence, mastering delivery techniques, engaging audiences, and crafting impactful presentations that leave a lasting impression.

Navigating Media

We teach how to effectively engage with the media through tailored training on press releases, interviews, and statements. Our experts guide you in crafting clear, concise messages, building media relationships, and handling interviews with confidence.

Public Relations

Tailored public relations training honed through our experience in managing contentious topics or legally delicate stories. We teach you how to navigate sensitive topics, craft strategic messages, and manage media relations to maintain a positive public image.

Book Training

Motion Graphics

3D Motion Graphics
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3D Motion Graphics: 100%
Presentations
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Presentations: 100%
Infographics and Data Visualization
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Infographics and Data Visualization: 100%
Storyboarding
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Storyboarding: 100%

Event Coverage

Creating impactful content, capturing meaningful moments, and designing events with compelling storytelling and visuals.

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CREATIVE DESIGN

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This is how we work

We offer end-to-end service from Creative Development, Scripting, Filming, Editing, Motion Graphics and Multi-format delivery

Creative Briefing

Our creative briefing process ensures a clear vision from the start. We begin with in-depth discussions to understand your goals, audience, and key messages. We then develop a structured brief outlining concepts, tone, and deliverables and storyboard. Your input guides our creative direction, ensuring impactful, engaging content that meets your needs.

Pre-Production

Pre-production is the foundation of a successful project. We handle scripting, storyboarding, scheduling, casting, and logistics to ensure a seamless shoot. From concept development to location scouting and crew coordination, every detail is planned meticulously. This phase sets the creative and technical groundwork, ensuring efficiency and a high-quality final product.

Production & Post

Our production process brings ideas to life with expert filming, direction, and high-quality visuals.Filming using high-end cinema cameras, drones, and pro lighting for stunning results. We ensure a smooth shoot with a skilled crew and the latest technology. In post-production, we refine the story through editing, colour correction, sound design, and motion graphics—crafting polished, engaging content that captivates and delivers impact.

Delivery

We deliver content in any format, from social media to cinema. Our workflow ensures multiple versions optimized for different platforms, including vertical, square, and widescreen formats. For TV and film, we master to legal broadcast standards, ensuring compliance with technical specs for seamless delivery across all distribution channels.

Contact us today

Contact us today if you are interested in learning more about how our creative video solutions can reach and engage with your customers or audience.

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