The way we watch stories is changing. As vertical storytelling reshapes the screen industry, how can emerging filmmakers turn scrolling into sustainable careers?
DEGANZ welcomes you to their upcoming Young Creators event, bringing together two emerging filmmakers, Liv McClymont and Taylor Nixon, for a conversation about creating original vertical series that are redefining how stories are told.
Moderated by DEGANZ’s Izzi Hoskyn, this panel will explore the making of Liv's The Sender and Taylor's Feelings Club—from developing the initial idea and navigating production to building audiences on social media. They'll discuss how these projects have propelled their careers, the opportunities and challenges of creating for mobile-first platforms, and the realities of telling meaningful stories in a fast-paced digital landscape.
Whether you're curious about making your own vertical series or looking for new pathways into the screen industry, this discussion will offer practical insights, honest reflections, and inspiration for the next generation of filmmakers.
Venue: Horse & Trap
Address: 3 Enfield Street, Mount Eden, Auckland
Starts: Wed Sep 2 2026, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start