Studio Local

26/02/2026

Introducing Katie's Kurī.
A brand new TV series about friendship, whānau, courage, and finding your voice… and the very energetic kurī who changes everything.

Premiering 2 March on Sky Open NZ and Sky Go
⏰ Airing daily at 8am
A Sky Originals NZ Production, made with the support of NZ On Air

Co-created by Amanda Alison & Jared Kahi
Starring Sienna Young, &
Directed by Jared Kahi
Co-written by Amanda Alison &
Character concepts by

Produced by .george, & russell Line Producer
Animation by .tv
Sound by Brendon Morrow / Starla Sound & Native Audio
Original score by

13/04/2025

Hold onto your feathers everyone, Season Two of Birds Eye View is now streaming on TVNZ+ Made with the support of NZ On Air.
Special thanks to Sweetshop & Green
Stan Walker, Millen Baird, Kerry Warkia, Gemma Easton(Knight), Andy Faulkner, NicholasFinlayThurstonWard and Envy Studios

07/04/2025

Studio Local is looking for 3D animators to work in our Auckland Central studio.

Role Description
This is a four-month, on-site contract role for a mid-level 3D animator with experience with animating quadruped creatures.
Commencing in May.

Requirements
Excellent knowledge of Maya.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants must have good attention to detail.

Email updated showreels and CVs to [email protected]

10/12/2024

So honoured to be working with this legend Stan Walker on our show. Season 2 is going to be epic! Can't wait to share our hard work with you all in 2025! 🐦

Stan Walker- Birds Eye View 2 (BTS and Sneak preview)FULL TV series- Series 2 coming in early 2025🔔 Subscribe to Stan Walker https://www.youtube.com/...

21/11/2024

(EDIT: Position filled)
Studio Local is looking for an experienced 3D Character Modeller. This is an on-site position in central Auckland, possibly offsite for the right applicant, commencing in early December.

Proficiency in Maya, and ZBrush
Strong understanding of anatomy, and form
Attention to detail and creativity in character design
Knowledge of texturing and shading
Experience in character rigging and animation is a plus

Please send reels and rates to [email protected]

Thank you

26/09/2024

(EDIT: Position filled)
Studio Local is looking for a creative 3D Generalist/Assitant TD to help with taking shots from lighting through to rendering for a children's TV Series.

The applicant must have industry experience and be proficient using Maya, Redshift and Deadline. Understanding the pipeline for grooming is a definite plus.

Attention to detail, self-management and problem solving are a must.

This position is in-house, Central Auckland and has an immediate start with a two-month contract.

Please send resumes and showreels to [email protected]

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24/09/2024

Studio Local, based in Central Auckland, is looking for a mid-level After Effects compositor for a 2 to 3-month period. The project is for a children's TV series, and the start date would be in mid-October. Please send showreels to [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

27/09/2023

We are thrilled to have Twenty One Points showcased in the Aotearoa Mental Health Film Festival. The festival will be held from mid-Nov to early Dec across the country and 100% of the profits will go to support the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand Book your tickets, come along and help uplift the wellbeing of everyone in Aotearoa.

19/10/2022

Great news Birds Eye View is a finalist in the New Zealand On Air Best Children's Programme. Looking forward to seeing you there.

07/10/2022

What an honor to receive a Bronze Award for Birds Eye View at the Best Awards 2022. Congratulations to all of the team.

27/09/2022

The Birds are back! At Studio Local we're super proud to announce that Bird's Eye View has recieved funding for a 2nd series of more feather brained hijinks! Huge thanks to NZ On Air Sweetshop & Green Whakaata Māori RNZ and TVNZ+

NZ On Air has invested in the production of 16 dynamic local series and games – available to tamariki across a wide range of digital and traditional platforms

11/08/2022

We feel honored Bird's Eye View has been selected as a Finalist in the 2022 Best Awards, what a privilege to be showcased amongst some of Aotearoa's finest motion designers. Thank you Sweetshop & Green, TVNZ+, HEIHEI, NZ On Air.