The Activator Screen Business Programme - Bridging the Gap Between Creativity and Business, is an international professional development accelerator for entrepreneurial New Zealand film and television producers. The programme will build leadership skills and expand industry networks through workshops, expert-led training, and international market visits, equipping participants with confidence and essential tools to succeed in a rapidly evolving global industry.
It is designed for internationally minded, ambitious film and television professionals who want to enhance their business acumen and international networks and build commercially viable businesses
Eligibility Requirements
- You must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, residing in New Zealand
- You need at a minimum, one full producer credit on a theatrically released feature film or broadcast television program or series
- You need 1-2 market-oriented projects in development that require international finance and/or sales representation and/or broadcast attachment
- You need at least one project that can be pitched in-market
- You must be able to commit to the interview dates and the full five-month programme. Full attendance is one of the terms and conditions of participation
There are scholarships available.