Who Are We | Ko Wai
Te Agency NZ isn't an agency.
We are a modern recruitment hub built for how Film and TV works today.
We have redesigned the old agency model, creating a clear and efficient pathway from sign up to set.
At the centre of what we do is connection. We help bridge the gap between local creatives and production, making it easier for the right people to step into the right opportunities.
Whether someone is stepping onto set for the first time or already building a career in Film and TV, our role is to guide that pathway and make sure both sides are set up to succeed.
Te Agency is open to all. We work with people from all backgrounds, cultures, and levels of experience who want to be part of the industry.
Our focus is making sure both talent and production feel supported. When people are prepared and valued, performance lifts and sets run smoother for everyone involved, and productions trust us to deliver what they need.
Our Approach Is Simple
Systems Are
Streamlined
Standards
Are High
People
Are Valued
Te Agency is Māori owned and operated, but our Māori perspective is not the headline, it is the foundation. It shapes how we treat people, how we communicate, and how we build long term relationships with both talent and production partners.
The result is a recruitment model that supports talent, delivers for production, and contributes to a stronger Film and TV industry across Aotearoa.
The Pathway to Film & TV.
Te Right Way.
Meet Te Team
Teone Kahu
Te Pakakohi & Te Rarawa
CEO
Teone works across casting, recruitment, and on set delivery. With experience both in front of and behind the camera, he understands how productions operate and what talent need to perform at their best. His industry background helps ensure Te Agency connects the right people to the right opportunities.
Hattie Adams
Ngāi Tahu & Ngāti Tūwharetoa
COO
Hattie leads operations, systems, and production coordination at Te Agency. With a background in television production, she brings strong organisation, structure, and accountability to the business, ensuring talent and productions are supported through clear systems and reliable processes.