WIFT NZ, Women in Film and Television Incorporated, is an organisation with over 700 members working in film, television and associated industries which works to support growth and sustainability in the screen industries with a particular emphasis on equal opportunity and participation for women. WIFT NZ belongs to a global network and runs a full and varied programme of workshops, events, and  mentoring; offers a varied range of purchasing discounts; issues a regular newsletter and provides networking, research, advocacy, information and support services.
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2018 WIFT NZ Awards

See the list of winners and finalists here.

In the news...

Tue

19

Jun

Gender gap among high level employees at film markets

New research from writer, producer and film industry data miner Stephen Follows has found that women make up just 32% of 'high status' employees at the three key international film markets. The study looked at sales and distribution professionals attending the European Film Market (EFM), Marche d ...read more.

Tue

19

Jun

WIFT duo behind Tami Neilson's latest music video

We've been waiting impatiently for Tami Neilson's latest album release ever since her powerhouse performance at  the 2018 WIFT Awards...and it's here! It's called Sassafrass! and is full of typically sassy tunes. We're especially excited to mention that Anna Duckworth directed, and Morgan Lei ...read more.

Wed

13

Jun

Save the date for the 2018 SPADA conference

SPADA has announced this year's conference dates and theme, so make a note, dear members, to be free, and in Wellington, on Thursday 14 and Friday 16 November. We're looking forward to seeing how this year's theme - the power of emotion - plays out. No speakers have been confirmed yet, but watch t ...read more.

Wed

13

Jun

Female characters to the fore on TV

A host of female characters are rewriting the rules for women on television, and the latest issue of Drama Quarterly explores just how they're being brought to the small screen. Remember Cagney & Lacey, DI Jane Tennison and Buffy 'the Vampire Slayer' Summers? They were the vanguard to Orange i ...read more.

Wed

13

Jun

The fascinating story of a nanny with a very secret passion

Vivian Maier was a career nanny who, with her camera, recorded some of the most interesting aspects of Urban America between the 1950s to the 1990s - yet she showed nobody. Doc Edge presents Finding Vivian Maier, the story behind the photos - there are over 100,000 - which capture the humorous, m ...read more.

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