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Our staff come from a variety of backgrounds, but are all passionate about getting New Zealand films watched by even more New Zealanders, and onto the world stage. You can read more about our team on the About Us page. We are an Equal...

The CE's expenses 1 July 2021 - 30 June 2022

We want to increase the number of people seeing New Zealand films, in cinemas and on other screens, both here and overseas. Audience research Ongoing audience research helps ascertain who is watching New Zealand films and where and how they watch them...

A report on the economic impact of the screen sector commissioned by the NZFC from Olsberg SPI, one of the leading international consultancies specialising in the global screen sector.    

There are a number of industry organisations that support the careers of filmmakers. We work with these organisations to provide training, career development and networking opportunities for filmmakers.These industry organisations include:...

This is the Film Commission's Statement of Performance Expectations for the year ending June 30 2023.

The NZFC's diversity and inclusion strategy document

The submission checklist for the Early Develoment Fund.

The submission checklist for the Documentary Development Fund.

“I have a great idea for a film – where do I go from here?” This is one of the most common questions we get asked. Starting out as a writer in the film industry is tough and advice can be hard to find. We hope to shed some light on the process...

Our short film funds aim to identify the next generation of New Zealand feature filmmakers by nurturing up-and-coming talent through short film development and production. Short films play an important role in establishing and progressing...

The terms of reference for the NZFC's Diversity and Inclusion Committee

COVID-19 UPDATE You will find a fact sheet around border entry for the screen sector here. New Zealand is known for delivering some of the largest and most complex international productions imaginable. You’ll find our natural and commercial...

The NZFC has identified the following groups as underrepresented: Māori, Pacific peoples, Asian communities, MELAA (Middle Eastern, Latin American and African), women, gender diverse, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with a disability,...

This information sheet outlines the minimum detail required in your Audience Engagement Plan. Every project is different, and will have different audience appeal. However, we expect everyone seeking our investment to have a clear understanding of who...

The following is a selection of annual film festivals in New Zealand that screen New Zealand films. Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival is a national event featuring a programme...

The Film Commission has a number of strong partnerships with funding bodies and film-related organisations both in New Zealand and overseas. New Zealand Funding Bodies Creative New Zealand  NZ On Air  Te Māngai Pāho Film-Related...

Hello, Here at the New Zealand Film Commission we fund the development and production of New Zealand films and we administer the New Zealand Government’s incentive scheme. We also support and encourage official and non-official co-productions to be made...

Growing the New Zealand film industry We support a diverse range of New Zealand and international stories to be told here and seen everywhere. We promote our talented individuals and our industry’s reputation for creativity, innovation and superb...

The deliverables, by format, for the Premium Fund Interim Production Round.

The submission checklist for the Premium Fund Interim Production Round.

The CE's expenses 1 July 2020 - 30 June 2021

The submission checklist for Ara ki Te Puna Kairangi – The Premium Development Fund.

This is the Film Commission's Statement of Performance Expectations for the year ending June 30 2022.

Last updated 11 July 2025 Introduction  The NZFC is a crown entity established under New Zealand law, pursuant to the New Zealand Film Commission Act 1978. Our statutory functions include:  encouraging and participating in the making...

Te Ahi Kā ('the home fire') is an initiative to ensure New Zealand films have a life far beyond their festival premiere or initial release. It will ensure that future generations can enjoy our films for years to come. Celebrating New Zealand...

A document with answers to frequently asked questions about the Premium Productions for International Audiences Fund (Te Puna Kairangi Premium Fund).

The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) is considered one of the the most important documentary festivals in the world. It is also, in terms of visitors, the largest.  Who goes? The project market "Forum" is an...

The Cannes Film Festival is the world's most famous film festival.  What are the different sections? International Competition (feature and short films) Out of Competition; Un Certain Regard and Cinefondation (medium-length and short films...

He poipoi i ngā kaitātaki pūrākau kia puta ai he taonga tūturu mō Aotearoa. Champion exceptional story tellers to create enduring taonga for Aotearoa Te Rautaki Māori 2018-2021 celebrates the unique and distinctive culture of Aotearoa...

This is the New Zealand Film Commission's Annual Report for 2019/20.

Need some help getting a film project off the ground? The Film Commission has a variety of initiatives to help aspiring and new filmmakers develop their projects and skills. 

We want New Zealand films to be enjoyed both here and overseas.  Local We expect all the films we fund to be seen in New Zealand cinemas. We know New Zealand films need help going up against international films with far larger budgets and...

Once you have developed a script for a feature or short film then you will want to make it. There are many legal and financial requirements for making a film, which can take a lot of work. Some hard work early on can save a lot of time and money in...

Find out about all the different funding programmes we have to develop films and careers at every level.