ShowNews is where Kiwis find screen news, opportunity, insight and communications
For years, ShowNews has championed New Zealand’s screen industry, connecting crew with work, sharing critical industry insights, and supporting film and television made in Aotearoa.
Created by screen-industry builder Brian Kassler, from Smash Palace Key Grip to Co-Founder of Flying Fish with Lee Tamahori. Kassler created many foundational film businesses like Avondales Hollywood Props. The platform is now run by a team of industry professionals.
ShowNews is powered by its members and sponsors, enabling us to operate independently of the funding bodies.
Become visible to our audience of notable film professionals
Meet the team!
With more to come. We are currently in the process of putting together a board of industry leaders and creatives to help amplify our voice and invite deeper collaboration and communication within the sector. We’re looking forward to letting you know more about this soon.
Become a ShowNews Supporter
Bronze Supporter
For individuals who want to support independent screen industry reporting
NZ$250 per year
Silver Supporter
For organisations able to contribute a little more to sustaining ShowNews.
NZ$1,000 per year
Gold Supporter
(Limited)
For organisations who want to show a deep alignment with the screen industry
NZ$2,000 per year
*Only 5 available
All ShowNews Supporters receive:
- ✓ Logo or name placement on the ShowNews Supporters page.
- ✓ Business name or Your name included in the “Thanks to our Supporters” section of the newsletter.
- ✓ Quarterly supporter newsletter with updates and insights on the ShowNews roadmap.
- ✓ Recognition as a supporter of independent screen journalism.
Want to support a different way? We LOVE collaborating.
Every business is different, and there are so many different ways we can feature your business on ShowNews with the goal to bring visibility to your brand, signal industry alignment, and keep you top of mind with industry decision-makers.
Popular • 5 spots available
Page & Article Sponsors
Feature your business with a banner placement inside daily articles and reach engaged ShowNews readers, every day.
Only 2 spots available
Weekly Newsletter
Feature your logo in our weekly newsletter, read by over 1,500 screen professionals, and be seen as an active industry supporter.
Just 1 spot available
ShowNews Quiz
Sponsor the new ShowNews Quiz and become a familiar weekly presence with our audience as they test their industry knowledge.
Only 2 spots available
Angles
Our Angles interview series delivers insight from industry leaders. Support Angles and position your business alongside the voices shaping the screen sector.
Just 1 spot available
Sessions
Sessions features regular interviews with New Zealand screen professionals, focused on their work and creative process. Support Sessions and connect directly with creators — ideal for vendors and businesses serving the screen industry.
Only 2 spots available
Reports & Surveys
ShowNews Reports & Surveys track the New Zealand box office and the health of the screen industry. Support our reporting and align your brand with credible, industry-focused insight.
Sounds good? Let's chat.
Let me know how you’d like ot collaborate. Each of our options feature different pricing. Let’s have a chat and work out the details
-Stan Gogan, ShowNews Publisher
Our 2026 Agenda
Building the Creative Board
Establishing a new board of respected industry leaders and practitioners to guide editorial direction, strengthen trust, and reflect the needs of New Zealand’s screen sector.
Platform Re-Launch
ShowNews will get an update in early 2026 bringing a refreshed look, improved news discovery, and new features including a regular quiz, weekly polls, and deeper community interaction.
Improved Production Listings & Crew Discovery
Enhancing production listings and crew discovery tools to make it easier for productions to find talent and for crew to discover relevant work opportunities across Aotearoa.
New Editorial Formats
Introducing new editorial formats designed to explore the industry with greater depth, clarity, and perspective.
Expanded Video & Audio Content
Expanding video and audio storytelling to bring industry voices, ideas, and conversations directly to our audience.
Industry Events & Connections
Hosting events that bring the industry together, including opportunities connecting producers with streamers and key decision-makers.
Supporting the New Zealand Screen Industry
A long-term commitment to supporting, amplifying, and strengthening New Zealand’s screen industry, now and into the future.
Thank you to our current sponsors!
We’re incredibly appreciative of our sponsors and proud to partner with screen industry businesses that shape NZ film and television. Partnering with business like yours mean we can stay independent, and help you to build integral relationships with the film crews and producers you want to work with. Keeping the industry connected is at the heart of ShowNews, and we’re proud to do it.
