About Us

WhitebaitMedia is a modern, purpose built production house situated in central Christchurch. With the largest and most well equipped studio Facilities in the South Island. Whitebait has been creating quality television and commercial content for New Zealand and international audiences for over 24 years.

Directors

Janine Morrell-Gunn

Janine Morrell-Gunn

Janine is a highly experienced and leading producer of childrens’ television in New Zealand. A successful businesswoman and multi-tasker, in 2009 Janine was recognised with an "Entrepreneur of Year" award by WIFT (Women In Film and TV). It was the same year she opened the doors to WhitebaitMedia’s stunning brand new, purpose built television production Facility in Princess Street, Christchurch.

Jason Gunn

Jason Gunn

Jason is been one of New Zealand’s most loved broadcasters. An acclaimed and versatile television and radio personality he’s also a director, writer and producer. The face of kids TV in the 1980’s Jason has also hosted many popular shows from Dancing with the Stars to Wheel of Fortune. Named best presenter at the Qantas Media Awards (2007, 2008, 2009) and New Zealand’s funniest man on Television (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009). As a husband and wife team, Jason and Janine Morrell-Gunn created WhitebaitMedia.

Key Staff