In some roles — yes. But it depends on how replaceable your value is.
Salaries for junior developers or content creators may remain flat unless they develop AI fluency. But in NZ’s tight labour market, salaries remain strong — especially for those who can combine AI tools with human insight.
Even MBIE noted in 2023 that NZ businesses struggle to attract AI-literate talent and are willing to pay a premium. So learn fast, adapt faster, and position yourself above the automation line.