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The International Co-Development Fund (ICF) supports New Zealand producers who are working with an overseas partner on developing feature films.  What we fund It is anticipated that projects applying to the International Co-Development Fund...

These are the guidelines for the International Co-Development Fund. 

These policies outline the procedures for NZFC Staff, Board and External Contractors disclosing and managing conflicts of interest

These FAQs can assist with interpreting the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate Criteria for New Zealand Productions.

These FAQs can assist with interpreting the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate Criteria for International Productions.

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) engages a range of local and international individuals who have various specialisations across the areas of development, finance, production and/or film licencing of screen content (External Assessors). While some...

Use this form to apply for a Final Certificate in respect of the 5% Uplift. (If you are not applying for the 5% Uplift, use this form instead.)

This guidance provides further information on the 5% Uplift Points Test. This guidance should be read alongside the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate Criteria for International Productions dated 1 November 2023.

Use this form to apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the Additional Rebate. (Click here if you are not applying for the Additional Rebate.)

Use this form to apply for a Final Certificate in respect of the Additional Rebate: (Click here if you are not applying for the Additional Rebate.)

Use the relevant form below to apply for a Final Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for International Productions: Final Application Form - Criteria dated 1 November 2023 Final Application Form...

Use the relevant form below to apply for a Final Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for New Zealand Productions:​ Final Application Form - Criteria dated 31 August 2023 Final Application Form - Criteria...

The Producer International Travel Fund supports producers to travel to international festivals and markets. Given very strong demand on the PITF structure in the 2023/24 financial year (1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024), the fund’s annual allocation has been...

Are you applying to the Film Commission for production finance? Read these guidelines carefully as they will help you deliver the strongest application possible. These guidelines should be read in conjunction with the New Zealand Film Commission...

Feature Film Production Investment supports the making of diverse New Zealand feature films that are original, exciting and culturally significant. What we fund Feature films – whether they are large, small, narrative, or documentary. Each year we...

Feature Film Post Production Investment helps exciting projects to get over the finishing line. What we fund Post production financing to help finish films for the big screen. This is in the form of equity investment up to $500,000 (although it is...

These guidelines will support you to apply for post production finance from the Film Commission. Read these guidelines carefully as they will help you deliver the strongest application possible. They should be read in conjunction with the NZFC Terms of...

Productions intending to claim points in section F2 of the 5% Uplift Points Test can use this document to develop a marketing proposal for the New Zealand Film Commission to consider. 

Use this form apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the 5% Uplift. (If you are not applying for the 5% Uplift, use this form instead.)

Use this form to register for the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for International Productions.

Use this form to apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Grant for International Productions. (If you are applying for a 5% Uplift Provisional Certificate, use this form instead.)

Use this form to register for the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for New Zealand Productions.

Use this form to apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for New Zealand Productions. (Click here if you are applying for the Additional Rebate.)

List of approved rebates for International Productions under the government's screen incentives schemes: Large Budget Screen Production Grant (LBSPG), New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) for New Zealand Productions and New Zealand Screen...

List of approved rebates for New Zealand Productions under the government's screen incentives schemes: Screen Production Incentive Fund (SPIF), New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) for New Zealand Productions and New Zealand Screen Production...

Use this template to prepare your Sustainablity Action Plan for 5% Uplift applications.

The 5% Uplift now requires productions to submit a Sustainability Action Plan and report on their carbon emissions.   Productions can use the tools and resources developed by Greenlit and the Sustainable Production Alliance to draft these:...

Use this as a guide when preparing an Audience Engagement Plan for New Zealand Screen Production Rebate applications.

Download the NZSPR Criteria for New Zealand Productions dated 31 August 2023 here.

The Documentary Development Fund (DDF) supports the development of documentary films that have the potential to become compelling cinematic releases. What we fund Early and advanced development of feature-length documentaries suitable for a theatrical...

The 2024/25 Industry Development Fund combines the previous Strategic training Fund and the NZFC administered On-the-Job Development programme for internships, mentorships, attachments and professional placements. It has a focus on devolving support to...

Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) provides core operational funding for New Zealand screen guilds and industry organisations. This funding helps support these organisations to build networks, develop capacity and deliver a wide...

What is an Access Coordinator?  An Access Coordinator is a below-the-line crew role that works with film and television productions to ensure that access and adjustments are implemented so everyone can give their best work on set.   An...

We want to make a difference for New Zealanders. We care about closing pay gaps, it’s the right thing to do and it aligns with our values. That’s why we’re committed to meeting the Public Service Kia Toipoto Action Plan.