SXSW Sydney brings together professionals from business, tech, government, health, marketing, creative industries and more for seven days of ideas, innovation and inspiration. At its heart, the Conference offers 550+ sessions including keynotes, panels, workshops, and conversations to help you uncover emerging trends, challenge your thinking, and gain practical insights. But SXSW Sydney is more […]
The 8th New Zealand Cinematographer Awards shines a spotlight on the craft, creativity, and talent behind the wide ranging and world-class cinematography in Aotearoa. This year you will see more opportunities to cinematographers at all stages of their careers with an extended AL Guildford Awards for emerging cinematographers. With each entrant limited to one award […]
NZCS and Xytech Group invite you to an afternoon in Auckland exploring 'Lighting through the Lighting Board' with DP Richard Bluck NZCS, Gaffer Giles Coburn, and Lighting Console Operator Abby Clearwater. This session is designed to give cinematographers and crew working on productions of all scales valuable insight into this evolving space, focusing on how […]
‘Production Designers translate scripted words into visual reality to build cinematic worlds’ Under the auspices of the International Production Designers Collective and as part of its International Production Design Week, New Zealand film and commercial Production Designers, Art Directors, Set Decorators and Props Masters will come together for their bi-annual gathering in Auckland on October […]
Do you have an unwavering curiosity to increase your knowledge of Audio over IP? A niggling itch to hone your understanding via the latest trends, witness pioneering tech including interfaces and software solutions? Or, do you have interest in the latest in bidirectional RF technology and how it can be applied to your current and […]
Each month ShowNews presents a film at Academy Cinemas picked by a special film industry guest. For October, the chosen film is Samuel Fuller's classic THE NAKED KISS! "A former prostitute works to create a new life for herself in a small town, but a shocking discovery could threaten everything." This month our guest is […]
Don’t miss TEQ Talks Auckland, our next big night for creatives working in VFX, animation, and storytelling! Join us Thursday 30 October from 6pm at Media Design School for drinks, networking, and three sharp talks from industry leaders pushing boundaries in Aotearoa and beyond. Speakers Alexander Moruo, Filmmaker Talk: Through Snow and Spirit – Crafting […]
Every November, the entire global film industry converges for the American Film Market. AFM is the premier film acquisition, development and networking event where more than $1 Billion in distribution and film financing deals are closed each year on completed films and those in every stage of development. More business-oriented than any other motion picture […]
Join us at our Annual General Meeting either in person or online. Following the AGM, join us for kai and whakawhanaungatanga! Kei aku nui, kei aku rahi, kei aku whakatamarahi ki te rangi, nei rā te reo mihi a Ngā Aho Whakaari e pari atu nei ki te tai whakarunga, ki te tai whakararo, ki […]
Directed by Michel Gondry Starring Romain Duris, Omar Sy, Audrey Tautou Each month ShowNews presents a film at Academy Cinemas picked by a special film industry guest. For November, the chosen film is Michel Gondry's epic romance MOOD INDIGO! Wealthy, inventive bachelor Colin endeavors to find a cure for his lover Chloe after she's diagnosed […]
It’s been another interesting year for Aotearoa’s screen industry, now it’s time to reflect, raise a glass, and celebrate together! Join the writers, directors, editors, actors, stunties, crew, producers, postproduction and VFX magicians and all the screen creators who keep the cameras rolling and the stories flowing. The Combined Guilds Xmas Parties are your chance […]
It’s been another interesting year for Aotearoa’s screen industry, now it’s time to reflect, raise a glass, and celebrate together! Join the writers, directors, editors, actors, stunties, crew, producers, postproduction and VFX magicians and all the screen creators who keep the cameras rolling and the stories flowing. The Combined Guilds Xmas Parties are your chance […]
NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open! Doc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features, as well as immersive, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and […]
It’s been another interesting year for Aotearoa’s screen industry, now it’s time to reflect, raise a glass, and celebrate together! Join the writers, directors, editors, actors, stunties, crew, producers, postproduction and VFX magicians and all the screen creators who keep the cameras rolling and the stories flowing. The Combined Guilds Xmas Parties are your chance […]
Submissions are now open for Doc Edge Pitch 2026 — New Zealand’s premier platform for developing and showcasing new documentary projects. Doc Edge is seeking compelling factual projects (shorts, features, and series) in development, production or rough-cut stage. Selected teams will pitch to international and local decision makers and receive mentoring, industry access, and networking […]
NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open! Doc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features, as well as immersive, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and […]
NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open! Doc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features, as well as immersive, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and […]
Submissions are open for Doc Edge Pitch 2026 — New Zealand’s premier platform for developing and showcasing new documentary projects. Doc Edge is seeking compelling factual projects (shorts, features, and series) in development, production or rough-cut stage. Selected teams will pitch to international and local decision makers and receive mentoring, industry access, and networking opportunities […]
