Drone Cinematography
CAA-aware aerial filming for TV, events, tourism, culture, property, sport and high-impact promos.
NATIVES ON SCREEN
Māori-Led Storytelling. High-Speed Innovation.
Natives On Screen is a Māori-owned creative agency based in Rotorua. We specialise in Part 102 certificated drone operations, television and live broadcast production, cinematic content, and high-impact campaigns that bridge the gap between great storytelling, culture and technology.
With more than 25 years of experience across film, television, and live broadcasting, we collaborate with major networks, iwi organisations, and global brands to deliver powerful narratives—on screen, online, and from the sky
Emerging Māori Stories
Content that looks premium, moves fast, and lands with the people it is made for.
Natives on Screen brings together production, UAV operation, creative strategy and cultural storytelling. From one-day shoots to full campaigns, we help brands, iwi, councils, broadcasters and events show up properly.
Screen Production
Camera, lighting, directing, editing, interviews, field production and full digital delivery.
Livestream & Events
Multicam coverage, social content, highlight reels and fast-turnaround event media.
Digital Campaigns
Campaign strategy, social media assets, web content and audience-first creative rollout.
ABOUT US
Māori-led production with national-level delivery.
Lilly Jordan | Managing Director & Producer
(Te Arawa / Tainui / Ngāti Tūwharetoa)
Lilly is a marketing and storytelling expert with over 25 years of experience in film, television, and communications. She has produced and directed high-profile content for major networks including Whakaata Māori, TVNZ, and Sky Sport.
From leading digital transformations at Te Puia to directing national documentaries like Poi Stories, she specialises in managing complex productions and high-level stakeholder relationships. Her work is grounded in her whakapapa to Tūhourangi / Ngāti Wāhiao and a deep commitment to serving her iwi through authentic representation.
George Jordan | Co-Owner & Technical Lead
(Ngāti Porou / Te Ātiawa / Rangitāne)
George is a marketing and storytelling expert with a focus on technical management and Part 102 Licensed UAV operation. His career spans more than two decades of high-pressure live broadcasting and production for networks such as Whakaata Māori, Sky Sport, TVNZ, TV3, and Trackside NZ.
He has managed multicam operations for global brands and major sporting events, including the UFC, Super Rugby, and the All Blacks.
At Natives On Screen, George combines technical precision with a filmmaker’s eye, specialising in drama lighting and high-speed FPV drone cinematography to capture unique perspectives that drive modern storytelling.
RECENT WORK
Built for screens, stages and scroll-stopping moments.
Fly My Pepeha (2025)
The world’s first children’s drone television series.
This 10-part series for Whakaata Māori and Air New Zealand explores Aotearoa through a "Ranginui Perspective." Merging intimate tamariki-led storytelling with cinematic FPV drone visuals, it celebrates whakapapa and identity in a revolutionary format.
Poi Stories: The Story of the Black Ferns (2024)
A moving documentary series for NZ Rugby and NZ On Air. Directed by Lilly, this project explores the legacy, strength, and sisterhood of Aotearoa’s wāhine rugby players, weaving their sporting journey together with the cultural significance of the poi.
Te Arawa Lakes Trust: 100 Years (2024)
A comprehensive digital campaign and video series commemorating a century of environmental guardianship. We captured the stories of intergenerational leadership and the Trust’s enduring commitment to protecting the natural wai of Te Arawa.
Anzac Day at Te Whakarewarewa (2025)
We produced the full suite of digital content for the 2025 Anzac commemorations, specifically honouring the contributions and sacrifices of Tūhourangi / Ngāti Wāhiao across both World Wars.
Brave and Beautiful (2025)
A national health campaign produced for Wawata Creative and the Ministry of Health. This project champions wāhine Māori empowerment and early detection through culturally safe and impactful visual storytelling.
Major Event & Broadcast Coverage
Drawing on our extensive background with Sky Sport and Fox Australia, we provide lead drone cinematography and digital production for major events like Te Matatini and Juicy Festival, delivering viral content that captures the energy of live performance with creative flair.
Trusted By & Worked Alongside
Clients, partners and kaupapa we are proud to stand beside.
Government Procurement
We are on the All-of-Government procurement panel for Creative and Media Services including content production, creative services, media strategy, cultural competency and social media services.
Amotai Registered
We are also an Amotai approved Māori business and would love to connect with other business owners, content creators and broadcasters.
CAA Part 102 certificated
Natives On Screen is proud to be a fully licensed Part 102 drone operation company, certificated by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (CAA). With an experienced onsite engineer and drone pilot, as well as a fleet of cutting-edge DJI and FPV drones, we specialise in delivering stunning aerial footage for films, TV shows, commercials, live events, and digital campaigns. Let us elevate your story with breathtaking perspectives.
Let’s make it move
Tell us what you need filmed, promoted or produced.
Send the basics and we’ll come back with the cleanest path forward.