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...

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VIDEO SLOT 82 women march

Women ruled the Cannes Film Festival red carpet on Saturday 12 May; 82 women marched in protest against gender inequality in the film industry. Just 82 films have screened in competition at the festival since 1946 (compared to an estimated 1,645 by men). The purpose of the march was to highli ...read more.

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The 2019 Athena Festival awaits your submissions

Here's a wonderful opportunity to showcase your work in front of an international audience! Submissions to the 2019 Athena Festival are now open, and they're looking for films that showcase women leaders who currently are making or have made a difference in the world - captivating stories of ...read more.

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Kiwi cinematography legend on panel of NZIFF

The NZIFF is fast approaching so keep your eyes peeled for the programme, which will be out later in June. We have a code for WIFT members to get discounted tickets, and we'll email that to you as bookings open. Meanwhile the latest from the NZIFF is that Leon Narbey, one of New Zealand's fin ...read more.

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Pequeneza Q&A at Doc Edge Festival premiere

Be sure to catch Canadian Screen Award-winner Nadine Pequeneza's fascinating documentary The Invisible Heart, at its world premiere in Auckland on May 25, where it is screening as part of the Doc Edge International Documentary Film Festival. The Invisible Heart documents the impact of So ...read more.

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NZOA releases Roadmap for funding allocation approach

Just in case you missed this in the May 2018 NZ On Air newsletter...Following a stakeholder conversation about the state of local drama production (hosted by NZOA in September 2017), NZOA has released a Development Roadmap which sets out its approach to allocating funding for both content and ...read more.

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