The vision of the Incubator is to empower participating directors with confidence, knowledge and connections. The Incubator is intended for emerging debut directors of feature film (drama or documentary) and will also consider those wishing to establish careers in TV drama and scripted content. Applicants must apply with a project; however, the Incubator will be […]
Show Me Shorts opens submissions for its 2024 edition. Visit the website for more info about the festival.
NZ Web Fest opens submissions for its 10th edition on 1 February. The festival accepts submissions of podcasts, short films and webseries. Find more info and submit via FilmFreeway.
A spectacular short film showcase night that supports filmmaking at grassroots levels in the Queenstown Lakes District area and beyond. From sketches, documentaries, music videos and more, this promises to be a fun night for all lovers of film. Thursday 1 February, 7:30pm - 9:45pm | PUAWAI | $5 If you would like your short […]
Targeted and General Audiences round Applications open: 18 January 2024 Deadline: 4:00 pm, 8 February 2024 Applicants informed: 12 April 2024
Venturing into the Unknown, we're planning a journey down the length of New Zealand on EUC's (Electric Unicycle), capturing the entire process for a YouTube Documentary Web Series. Yet, to accomplish this feat, we require a helping hand. Our planned route will cover approximately 3,500 kilometers, or about 2,175 miles, taking us the best part […]
NO MORE A VICTIM is a short film, written by Tanya M. Wheeler that will be produced and directed by Tanya in 2024. It is about a Victim and her Killer, but it aims to subvert the audience's expectations. Filmmaking is expensive and I am lucky enough to have an amazing and willing cast and […]
Get ready to step up your self-taping and audition game! Self-taped auditions are fast becoming industry norm and casting agents want them fast, sharp, tidy and showing the talent at their best….which is a little niggly when you’re a newbie, house share and have no idea what gear you need. Self-tapes NEED to be better […]
Join us for our third annual Proud Voices On Screen event - a day of short films, panel discussions and mingling, for queer, lgtbqia+, takatāpui & rainbow identifying creators of film and series. Come along and celebrate queer voices in the Aotearoa screen industry. All levels of filmmaking experience are welcome, including those just dipping […]
Loading Docs submissions are open for 2024. NZ-based filmmakers have to opportunity to submit a proposal for the chance to be part of the acclaimed short documentary initiative of Aotearoa New Zealand. Selected filmmakers will be awarded funding and receive high-level development support and mentorship from respected industry experts. Our guiding theme for this year […]
To help with applications for PASC's Short Cuts, find out everything you need to know about applying and ask any burning questions. Short Cuts development lab is for scripted short films under 10 minutes in length. Designed specifically to improve Pan-Asian representation in the short film space, up to nine teams will be invited in […]
Free to enter, the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards elevates the original voices that bring a fresh perspective to storytelling. The shortlisted filmmakers are flown to Los Angeles for an exclusive four-day event to gain unparalleled insight into all aspects of the filmmaking process to advance their careers. After a black-tie awards ceremony at the Cary […]
An evening of networking and community building, designed for both new and existing members to connect and expand their professional network. Come ready to meet and mingle with like-minded individuals.
In 2024, Doc Edge Pitch’s theme is “Truth, Impact and Reconciliation”. We are looking for New Zealand and international projects in the following formats: • Feature theatrical or TV one-off • Series (web or TV) • Immersive (VR, AR, and XR) with an accompanying short or long form documentary Selected projects will join our whanau […]
Te Māngai Pāho and Irirangi Te Motu | NZ On Air have joined forces to support the Māori media sector and work collectively to improve the outcomes of the Maihi Karauna, the Crown’s strategy for Māori language revitalisation. We are now calling for proposals for a Reo Māori Content Co-Fund and invite applicants creating high-end, […]
A professional Table Read is an invaluable development tool for screenwriters. Don’t under-estimate the value of hearing your script in a performance situation. You get to hear how the timing, structure and dialogue are working. You get to have a detailed discussion with the actors and director after the Read, to hear their feedback and […]
This active, fast-paced workshop is about acknowledging your creative agency and learning to “write” using tools specific to the actor: action, games, and the endless surprise of your scene partners. Tap your natural play instincts with tangible skills that can be used repeatedly in the creation of new performances, with or without a text.
A nurturing, one day workshop for writers who want to smash procrastination, stay motivated & write more productively in 2024! The Productive Writer Bootcamp will help you become a more focused, relaxed and productive writer by exploring what's going on with your inner game and how to get out of your own way. Our Workshop Facilitator […]
