Laura Sargisson

Laura Sargisson finds the essence of a story quickly and translates it to screen with an ease that only comes from real instinct. Her gift is performance and authenticity — a discerning eye for casting, and a way of directing that draws genuine, unforced emotion from the people in front of the lens.

Just as important is how she works. Laura creates a set that people want to be on: collaborative, inclusive, built on trust between talent and crew. That environment is where her best work comes from, and it's why she's able to handle even the most sensitive subjects with care and honesty.

Her work spans high-profile commercials, documentary and television — from KidsCan and Auckland Transport to Angel Bay, The Ned and TVNZ — driven throughout by a desire to spark meaningful conversations and tell emotionally resonant stories that stay with an audience.