Resource archive

This directory provides details of companies interested in the distribution of independent film in New Zealand. It also includes titles they have recently distributed here. 

Use this budget template if you are applying for Boost and attach it to your application.

These guidelines provide information for filmmakers developing a feature documentary. Read these guidelines carefully as they will help you deliver the strongest application possible.

Film Commission development financing is provided as a grant. This Development Grant Agreement information sheet outlines what you need to know if your application for development financing has been successful.

FAQs (frequently-asked questions) regarding the New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) for New Zealand and co-productions under the 1 August 2015 criteria.

This guide outlines the use of the New Zealand Film Commission logo and the credit requirements for films with Film Commission funding.

This document sets out the terms under which the New Zealand Film Commission does business with feature film producers. It is important you read and understand this document before you apply for feature film production financing.

This document provides an overview of the New Zealand Screen Production Grant and criteria for New Zealand productions and official co-productions.

Japanese language version.

Partnering for Success will tell you more about China-New Zealand screen collaboration.

In both English and Chinese.

Want to apply for funding to make a short film? Fresh Shorts is open to applications for short narrative films, which may be live action, animation or documentary.

To help producers reduce the risk of piracy, we have developed guidelines that must be implemented in the post production of a feature film funded by the Film Commission.  

This is an example of a General Ledger for those applying for a New Zealand Screen Production Grant NZSPG - New Zealand. 

Kia ora! The He Ara fund aims to support New Zealand filmmakers of Māori and/or Pasifika heritage to create a diverse range of quality films. These guidelines will help you make a strong application. 

The Film Commission encourages an increased level of private investment being made available to New Zealand productions.  This information sheet outlines the private investment terms that the Film Commission views as acceptable.

Boost aims to grow the slates of active producers and enable successful screen businesses to build a feature film slate and move quickly into production. 

FAQs (frequently asked questions) about the New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) - New Zealand under the 1 July 2017 criteria.

The Pause Clause is an opportunity for filmmakers to get meaningful feedback on their film before committing to a final edit.

This document provides an overview of the New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) 1 August 2015 and lists the criteria for New Zealand productions and official co-productions.

Partnering for Success will tell you more about China-New Zealand screen collaboration.

In Chinese 

The Short Film International Festival Fund provides financial assistance towards the travel costs for the makers of short films invited to significant film festivals. 

This document provides key details of all official co-productions from 1988-2018.

Here are the criteria for productions applying for the New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) - International 1 July 2017. 

The Film Commission encourages private investment being made available to New Zealand productions. This information sheet outlines the terms of private investment that we find acceptable.

A list of grants approved for the Large Budget Screen Production Grant (LBSPG) and New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) for International Productions.

A list of grants approved for the Screen Production Incentive Fund (SPIF) and New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) for New Zealand Productions.

A template for creating your recoupment schedule

This is the template to use when detailing non-arm's length expenditure for the NZSPG. 

The following five levels have been created to help clarify eligibility for NZFC talent development support. When applying for funding talent will need to provide a link to verify where they feel they sit on the career pathway.

Guidelines for applying for Raupapa Whakaari: Drama to the World

Guidelines for the expression of interest  - New Zealand producer for Ngā Pouwhenua Joint Indigenous initiative.

A budget template to use when applying for Catalyst He Kauahi or Fresh Shorts funding.

A schedule template to use when applying for Catalyst He Kauahi or Fresh Shorts funding.