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The Covid-19 pandemic has decimated screen production internationally. Now filmmaking is resuming in New Zealand with tight restrictions to keep us safe. What does this mean for your upcoming short film shoot? We explain.
Festivals are an important part of getting your short film seen, and building your profile as a filmmaker. Here we explain how to choose the right ones and get as much limelight as possible shining on your short film.
We lay out the preparatory steps to directing a short film, with some handy tips from Ivan Barge – director of the award-winning New Zealand film ‘Madam Black’.
There are numerous examples of filmmakers being duped into submitting their film to festivals that aren’t legitimate. We’ve got the info on how to spot a fake.
Marketing and Communications Manager of Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision Jeanette Bullen discusses how filmmakers can deposit their film at Aotearoa New Zealand’s audiovisual archive.
Many a filmmaker has found themselves in hot water after not correctly gaining the required licenses and permissions for the music in their film. Here we have collected some advice on sourcing music for short films and obtaining the rights.
Is it time to set your short film free, out in the big wide world? This handy guide contains tips and advice to ensure you have the best chance of success with releasing your short film online.
What’s your digital distribution strategy? Here’s how to get your short film online, and in front of an audience.
Here’s a handy list of available VOD channels, to accompany our ‘How to self-distribute a short film online’ post.
