Maui hires photographer in push for more film work

By Mike Gordon

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Aug 28, 2011

~~<p>For the second time this year, Maui County officials have reshaped their film office, hiring local underwater cinematographer-photographer Harry Donenfeld to help create a more indigenous film industry.</p>
<p>Donenfeld, 45, will head the office but said his title isn't film commissioner, which is what his counterparts at the other counties are called. And he will not be replacing Brianne Savage, who was hired in January as Maui's sports, recreation and entertainment specialist. Savage's job description was new at the time and reflected Mayor Alan Arakawa's desire to attract more than film and television projects. The mayor hired her after firing the county's previous film commissioner, Benita Brazier.</p>
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For the second time this year, Maui County officials have reshaped their film office, hiring local underwater cinematographer-photographer Harry Donenfeld to help create a more indigenous film industry.

Donenfeld, 45, will head the office but said his title isn't film commissioner, which is what his counterparts at the other counties are called. And he will not be replacing Brianne Savage, who was hired in January as Maui's sports, recreation and entertainment specialist. Savage's job description was new at the time and reflected Mayor Alan Arakawa's desire to attract more than film and television projects. The mayor hired her after firing the county's previous film commissioner, Benita Brazier. Login for more...