Simon Bennett

Simon Bennett's extensive CV includes producing and directing episodes of long-running successes Shortland Street and Outrageous Fortune — including helming Fortune's keenly-watched final episode — and producing fantasy series Maddigan's Quest. Bennett began in theatre, and has gone on to spend time as head of drama at South Pacific Pictures, the production house behind all three shows.

Stamina, the ability to remain clear under stress, the ability to understand what everyone does on a production and communicate clearly with them so they all share the same vision. Strong critical faculties. Diplomacy. Simon Bennett, on the qualities needed in a good producer