Kereti Kanawa

Relocations Lead Talent & Culture @Wētā Fx

NZ

Served as the first point of contact for new international crew relocating to New Zealand, managing all aspects of their transition. An adbolute honour to represent both Weta FX and Aotearoa.Coordinated logistics including flights, accommodation, and rental cars to ensure smooth arrivals.Personally greeted new arrivals at the airport to provide a warm, welcoming introduction.Facilitated onboarding on the first day, guiding crew through Wētā FX systems and company protocols.Provided comprehensive orientation on New Zealand tax, health, and government systems to ease settling-in.Organized essential appointments, including bank meetings and IRD (tax number) applications.Reduced relocation stress by managing logistics end-to-end, enabling artists to focus fully on their creative work.