Friday
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Legal Basics for Emerging Producers - 17 June

Legal Basics for Emerging Producers - 17 June

Posted Wednesday 13 Apr 2022

There are three workshops on three different dates, with eight places available in each.

Choose from Friday 6 May, Friday 17 June, Friday 1 July.

Shout out to all beginner producers! We know your budgets are tight, and talking to a lawyer can be daunting. Sinclair Black, Entertainment Lawyers, is offering up to 24 emerging producer WIFT members a free two-hour session to run through some of the legal basics you need to know as producers. Come and get some tips and tricks that may help avoid some bigger (and costly) legal mistakes...!

Mel Chuter will cover things such as:

  • legal concepts like how to form a contract, copyright, chain of title, and running an SPV;
  • the key agreements you'll need as a producer;
  • common clauses you should understand (e.g. what do “warranty", “indemnity”, "injunctive relief” actually mean?);
  • what to look out for in a production agreement, a distribution agreement and a financing agreement; and
  • and when (and how!) to get help from a lawyer

Christy Whelan will talk through the basics of music licensing for film and tv – what rights you need, who to get them from and how best to do that. 

These are small and intimate sessions, for new producers wanting to ask all those questions about the stuff you’re ‘supposed’ to know. Just be aware that Mel and Christy cannot give out specific advice on matters. The rules governing lawyers require that clients formally engage a lawyer to give rise to a solicitor/client relationship. The session is not a substitute for legal advice and you cannot rely on it as such – if you have a legal matter you need help with you should engage a specialist lawyer.  

Presented by Mel Chuter and Christy Whelan of Sinclair Black 

Bookings essential to office@wiftnz.org.nz.

State the date of the workshop you're booking for.

First in first served!

Date: Friday 17 Jun 2022
Location: Click Studios, 145 Carrington Rd, Mt Albert, Auckland
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

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Upcoming events...

Wednesday 18 Jun 2025

Wift & Wine WELLINGTON

“A Toast to Creativity, Connection, and Community”

PLEASER NOTE WE HAVE A WAIT LIST FOR THIS EVENT SO IF YOU ARE NO LONGER ABLE TO ATTEND PLEASE EMAIL US AND LET US KNOW!

Join us for an evening of relaxed networking with fellow WIFT NZ members. WIFT and Wine!

Whether you're celebrating achievements, navigating challenges, or simply looking to connect, this is your chance to unwind, share experiences, and support one another during this extremely challenging time in our industry.

A big ngā mihi to Dragonfly for hosting and helping bring us all together. We look forward to welcoming you!


PLEASE REGISTER HERE!


WIFT & WINE at Dragonfly.

Members free, non-members $20 
Delicious Asian inspired Dragonfly courtyard bites included. 
CASH BAR!!! $8 per glass! Wine Wednesday at Dragonfly

 

Wednesday 25 Jun 2025

Wift & Wine AUCKLAND

“A Toast to Creativity, Connection, Community and Cinema!”

Join us for a special edition of WIFT & Wine — an evening of relaxed networking, connection, and celebration before we head out to support wāhine-led films at DOC EDGE’s Auckland opening night!

We’ve shifted the timing slightly so you can enjoy a drink, some cheese (who doesn't love cheese), and great company with fellow WIFT members — then head out to one of two DOC EDGE WORLD PREMIERE screenings, both directed and produced by incredible wāhine storytellers.

A big ngā mihi to The Spinoff for hosting and helping bring us all together.

PLEASE NOTE IF YOU CAN NO LONGER ATTEND EMAIL US AND LET US KNOW!  THERE IS A WAIT LIST FOR THIS EVENT!

We look forward to seeing you there!

📅 Date: Wednesday 25 June 2025
📍 Location: The Spinoff, access between 6 & 6A Western Springs Road, Morningside, Auckland
🕠 Time: 5:30PM – 7:30PM
💵 Cost: Free for WIFT NZ members; $20 for non-members
👉 WIFT AND WINE TICKETS HERE


DOC EDGE OPENING NIGHT LED BY WĀHINE!

🎬 No Tears On The Field - BOOK HERE FOR THE WORLD PREMIERE
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Capitol Cinema, Auckland

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Time: 8:15 PM
Location: Bridgeway Cinema, Auckland

Please note: Tickets for the DOC EDGE screenings must be purchased directly via the Doc Edge website.

Programme is brought to you with generous support from the NZ Film Commission and Foundation North.