Maza White

1st Assistant Director, 2nd Assistant Director


Currently in Auckland City, Auckland, New Zealand

Based in Auckland City, Auckland, New Zealand

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Bio

I’m an Iranian-born, Auckland-based Assistant Director with five years’ experience working as both a 1st and 2nd AD, and over 18 years of diverse film creative background including writing, acting, and M/UP. I therefore have an excellent understanding of set dynamics and have the ability to lead from multiple perspectives.

As a 2nd AD, I’m highly organized, meticulous with paperwork, and thrive on building systems that keep everything running smoothly. I create clean, realistic callsheets, ensure timely and clear comms with cast and crew, and am across every moving piece, from transport runs to costume fittings to wrangling background. My attention to detail means I spot potential issues early and resolve them before they escalate.

As a 1st AD, I lead with empathy and clarity, but I’m not afraid to hold the line. I keep the day flowing while maintaining respect for the director’s process and the well-being of the team. I’m solutions-focused and always working toward the bigger picture.

If you're after a calm, focused 1st AD or a razor-sharp, highly efficient 2nd AD who anticipates needs before they arise, I'm your person.

Happy to provide CV & references.

ProjectsSkills & Qualifications

Television Series

My Favourite Dead Person

1st Assistant Director

2023

My Favourite Dead Person

1st Assistant Director

2023

Ahikāroa

2nd Assistant Director
1st Assistant Director

2023

Millennial Jenny

Key Makeup Artist

2020


Feature Films

Perfect People

Director
Screenwriter
Producer

2022

Kokako

1st Assistant Director

2020

Ripple Effect

Director
Screenwriter
Executive Producer
Producer
Costume Designer
Casting Director

2018


Commercials

New World - "New World"

Hair and Makeup Designer

2023

Powerade - "Powerade"

1st Assistant Director

2023

Mitsubishi - "Outlanders","ASX"

Costume / Hair & Makeup Stylist

2016

The Warehouse - "Summer 2015"

Key Makeup Artist

2015


Short Films

The Return

1st Assistant Director

2023

Milk of Dreams

1st Assistant Director

2023

The Workman's Arm

1st Assistant Director

2023

Perilune

1st Assistant Director

2023

The Seance

1st Assistant Director

2023

The Brylcreem Boys

1st Assistant Director

2022

Daughter of God

Director
Screenwriter

2020

The Pact

Costume Designer - Key makeup
Key Makeup Artist

2017

Gym Buddy

Director
Screenwriter
Producer

2017

Kitten Witch

Key Makeup Artist - Wardrobe design, key makeup
ADR Editor

2016

Distraction

Hair Stylist - Wardrobe design, actress

2016

Jour du Biscuit

Screenwriter
Hair Stylist
Makeup Artist

2016

Hope's War

Costume Designer

2013


Other

IDC / Powerade

Hair and Makeup Designer

2023