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New LIGHTS, CAMERA, KŌRERO episode: a deep dive into the potential of co-productions and animation

Thursday, 9 October 2025

The latest episode of Lights, Camera, Kōrero has dropped today, hosted by Kate Rodger.

In this episode of Lights, Camera, Kōrero, Deputy CEO and Head of Co-productions and Incentives Chris Payne sits down with Kate Rodger to unpack why international co-productions are more than just a funding tool, they’re a creative and economic game-changer for Aotearoa’s screen industry.

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) announces He Kauahi Catalyst July 2025 funding decisions

Thursday, 25 September 2025

The He Kauahi Catalyst supports New Zealand filmmakers keen to progress their talents to the next stage and create exceptional narrative short films. Through this initiative up to $90,000 is available for narrative drama and animation short films.

Live Action final selection

NZFC announces new international placements at Protagonist Pictures, Good Chaos, and Studiocanal NZ

Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Right to left: Litia Tuiburelevu, Eva Trebilco, and Joye Wong.

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is proud to announce three new recipients of its International Placement Initiative: Litia Tuiburelevu (Protagonist Pictures), Joyce Wong (Good Chaos), and Eva Trebilco (STUDIOCANAL NZ).

Reminder: Funding Rounds Dates

Friday, 5 September 2025

A reminder that upcoming opening and closing dates of NZFC funding rounds are approaching. We encourage applicants to review the dates below.

Feature Film Production Investment (Production & Post-production)

November Round Closes: 15 September 2025, 1pm (Please note, this is the last Feature Film Production & Post-Production Investment funding round for 2025).

Upcoming Feature Film Production Investment (Production & Post-Production) rounds for 2026

Went Up The Hill heads Stateside, opening on over 130 screens

Friday, 15 August 2025

New Zealand-Australian co-production Went Up The Hill released over the weekend across more than 130 screens in the United States, marking a major international milestone for the critically acclaimed feature.

Premiering as a Special Presentation at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival, director Samuel Van Grinsven says the film’s journey from Aotearoa to North America has been deeply meaningful.

New LIGHTS, CAMERA, KŌRERO episode: From Mayhem to Masterpieces — inside the 48Hours film competition with Ant Timpson

Thursday, 14 August 2025

Tinā sails past Whale Rider at the New Zealand box office

Wednesday, 13 August 2025

The runaway film success of 2025, Tinā, has hit another milestone by taking $6,498,469 at the New Zealand box office, overtaking Niki Caro’s Whale Rider, and securing the fifth spot on the Top Ten Most Successful Kiwi Films list.

Job Vacancy: Digital Content Producer

Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Location: Auckland

Part-time: 20 hours per week

Fixed-term: 12 months

About the role:

We’re looking for a creative and enthusiastic Digital Content Producer to join our Marketing and Communications team. This role offers great opportunity for someone starting out their career, returning to the workforce, or seeking a part-time position in a exciting industry.

New Zealand Film Commission announces Julia Parnell and Ashleigh Roworth as first placements of International Placement Initiative

Wednesday, 6 August 2025

Julia Parnell and Ashleigh Roworth are the first applicants to be selected for the New Zealand Film Commission’s International Placement Initiative.

Designed for emerging to mid-career writers, directors and producers from Aotearoa New Zealand, this initiative offers the opportunity to develop overseas industry networks, learn and refine filmmaking skills, and gain work experience within selected global film companies.

Job Vacancy: Grants Administrator

Wednesday, 30 July 2025

Location: Auckland

Are you a whizz across multiple digital platforms and programmes with a passion and curiosity for supporting creative industries? The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is looking for a Grants Administrator to join our Auckland-based team.