Ana Corbett
Mangere, Auckland,NZ
Summary
Ana Corbett (Aotearoa, Kolovai – Tonga, Lakeba – Fiji, Sapapali'i – Samoa) is a producer, actor, and passionate advocate for Pacific voices. Ana is the co-founder and producer with UPU Collective, where she has played a leading role in the international touring success of their award-winning theatre production UPU.
Ana is deeply committed to developing sustainable and innovative models that support the growth and international presence of NZ Pacific creatives.
In addition to her producing work, Ana is an accomplished actor and voice over artist and graduate of Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer
UPU COLLECTIVE
03.2020 - Current
- Leading the production and strategic management for touring of show UPU. Produced the following tours since establishing UPU COLLECTIVE in 2020
2021 – Kia Mau Festival (New Zealand)
2023 – North Island NZ Festival Tour with Tourmakers (New Zealand)
2024 – FITU Festival (Mexico City, Mexico)
2024 – CINARS Biennale (Montreal, Canada) – First-ever Pacific full showcase
2025 (Upcoming) – South Island Tour (New Zealand)
2025 (Upcoming) – Australian Premiere, Sydney Opera House (Sydney, Australia)
2026 (Upcoming – Feb) – Canada Tour (4 weeks, 15 shows, 8 presenters)
- Strategic development for additional new works with UPU COLLECTIVE
Publicity Production Manager
Warner Brothers Entertainment
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Managed publicity and production coordination under Producer Mel Turner
Cast Coordinator
Stephen David Entertainment
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Cast Coordinator, Roman Empire 2
Cast Coordinator
MTV NZ
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Cast Coordinator, The Shannara Chronicles (Season 2)
Production & Extras Coordinator
Greenstone TV
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Production & Extras Coordinator, Cul de Sac 2
Production Manager
Finch
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Production Manager, I Will Not Write Unless Swaddled in Furs (Short Film)
Production Coordinator
Curious
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Production Coordinator, ANZ Olympics TVC
Production Assistant
99. the workshop
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Production Assistant, Various TVCs / Stills Shoots
Production Secretary
Filthy Productions Ltd
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Production Secretary, Filthy Rich Series 1
Radio Announcer
Pacific Media Network, Niu FM
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Breakfast Show Host
Production Assistant
The Story Board Production Company
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Production Assistant, Various TVCs & Shorts
Education
Bachelor of Performing Arts - Acting for Screen and Stage
Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School
01.2011
Timeline
Producer
UPU COLLECTIVE
03.2020 - Current
Publicity Production Manager
Warner Brothers Entertainment
01.2019 - 01.2019
Cast Coordinator
Stephen David Entertainment
01.2017 - 12.2017
Cast Coordinator
MTV NZ
01.2017 - 12.2017
Production & Extras Coordinator
Greenstone TV
01.2016 - 12.2016
Production Manager
Finch
01.2016 - 12.2016
Production Coordinator
Curious
01.2016 - 12.2016
Production Assistant
99. the workshop
01.2016 - 12.2016
Production Secretary
Filthy Productions Ltd
01.2015 - 12.2015
Radio Announcer
Pacific Media Network, Niu FM
01.2014 - 12.2014
Production Assistant
The Story Board Production Company
01.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Performing Arts - Acting for Screen and Stage
Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School
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