Funding
Placements
If you're looking to grow your skills and expand your global network, our international placements offer a unique chance to work with leading film companies around the world. These opportunities are available to writers, directors, and producers who’ve received NZFC development funding or participated in an intensive NZFC-funded development programme.
Successful applicants receive financial support to help make the most of their placement experience.
Please check this website throughout the year for placement opportunities. You will need to submit a letter of suitability for each placement you would like to be considered for.
Current Placements
Studio Canal - Dates: TBD, likely Nov 2026 – June 2027
- Application portal open: Monday 24 August, 2026.
- Deadline - round closes for applications:
1PM, Monday 21 September 2026.
Please read the guidelines and the position description carefully.
Anticipated Placements (TBD)
- London-based production company: Jan-June 2027. Portal likely to open Sept/Oct.
- Dublin-based production company: April – Sept 2027. Portal likely to open Nov/Dec.
- Auckland/Sydney-based distributor: 2027
- London-based sales company: 2027
Application Process
One
Before
· Read the placement fund guidelines.
· Contact development@nzfilm.co.nz with any questions.
Two
Three
When
Refer to Current and Anticipated Placements sections for all upcoming opportunities.
Previous Placements
Our inaugural international placements initiative launched in 2025 with the following companies:
Previous Participants
Previous participants selected for these prestigious international placements include: Ashleigh Roworth (Keeper), Julia Parnell (Misfits), Eva Trebilco (Studiocanal), Joyce Wong (Good Chaos) and Litia Tuiburelevu (Protagonist).
Application info
Application info
Successful applicants will receive a one-off grant (Funding) of up to $60,000 NZD + GST (if applicable) towards their placement. Please note that an applicant can only be successful for one placement at a time, regardless of how many they apply for. The amount of funding we decide to award will depend on the availability of funds in the given financial year, the extent to which your application meets our assessment criteria, and the location, duration and nature of the placement.
Please check the eligibility criteria for the specific placement you’re applying for.