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Television Introduction

The Auckland region is host to a growing number of international and local Television Productions, many of which are both filmed and post-produced in Auckland.

The region offers a landscape that can be decidedly 'otherworldly' with black sand beaches and dense pre-historic looking forests.

Auckland has for many years service produced many critically acclaimed and successful TV pilots, series and TV movies.

Major studios, TV networks and broadcasters as well as independent producers continue to acknowledge the depth of talent, creativity, commitment and skills in the Auckland industry. Specialist producers are available in Auckland to guide and assist productions from initial location and budgeting inquiry through all aspects of prep, production, post and delivery.

Auckland has studio facilities that are ideal for all formats of TV production as well as a diversity of locations seldom available elsewhere.

Ike – Thunder in June © Film Factory 2004

Ike – Thunder in June © Film Factory 2004

Auckland has post production facilities that can handle every type of special effect, every format of production and every delivery requirement a television production may need.

The diversity of New Zealand's locations coupled with the energy and creativity of local crews also make it an attractive region for music video production. The region has a growing reputation with international artists for filming and post-production activity.

For a listing of leading specialists and line production companies, check out The Data Book or contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Television credits for the region include:

Series
Xena - Warrior Princess	Cleopatra 2525	Power Rangers - Dino Thunder
Power Rangers - Ninja Storm	Outrageous Fortune	Castaway - BBC

MOW
Ike Countdown to D Day - Emmy nominee	Fatal Contact-Bird Flu In America	Atomic Twister
Eddies Million Dollar Cook Off	Murder In Greenwich	Maiden Voyage
Lucy - The Lucille Ball Story	Superfire	Riverworld
You Wish

Music Videos
Crowded House	Dave Dobbyn	Hayley Westenra
Shania Twain	Tim Finn	Good Charlotte

‘... From the first day I shot here I realised that I had come home, and after 300 hours of television here I realised there is no other place on earth I’d rather work than New Zealand ...’
Eric Gruendemann - Co Executive Producer, Hercules/Xena Warrior Princess, Pacific Renaissance Pictures, (from Location Auckland Dvd)

What work visas do I need to film in Auckland, New Zealand?

Cast and crew who do not hold New Zealand or Australian passports will require a work permit. For further details/application forms visit NZ Immigration Service, and contact your local Guilds for letters of non-objection. Your Auckland line producer or production support person will be experienced in work visa applications.

How can I secure funding for my production?

New Zealand projects may be eligible for funding from several different sources. Projects from outside of New Zealand may be developed as an international co-production, see the Film NZ website for detailed information ...More

How do I obtain a film permit/consent?

Permits can usually be approved within a few days. Shoots requiring road closures can take a little longer. We recommend location managers discuss preferred locations with the Permit officers, prior to formal application. Contacts for each region are:

Auckland City Council
Auckland Regional Council
Franklin District Council
Manukau City Council
North Shore City Council
Papakura District Council
Rodney District Council
Waitakere City Council

How can an experienced/inexperienced person get into the Auckland screen production industry?

There are a number of career paths in the industry. We recommend you start by visiting the Databook; a comprehensive guide of film industry businesses and individuals whom you can make contact with to seek opportunities/work experience. Alternatively you can try contacting local Guilds for further direction.

Does Film Auckland offer any opportunities for work experience/internships?

Unfortunately we do not have the capacity to do so. The office is small and very busy so we are not able to take on interns.

What productions are shooting in the Auckland region?

This is often sensitive/confidential information, if you have a specific media enquiry please Contact Film Auckland as we may have production press release information that we can pass on.

Do you have a Film Auckland DVD that you could send me?

Contact Film Auckland for a copy of The Film Auckland DVD.

Still have a burning question?

If there's a question that we haven't answered, please do Contact Us

What services does Film Auckland provide?

Film Auckland is the marketing and facilitation office for screen production in Auckland. Contact us with your production/location query now.

What incentives/grants are available for incoming screen productions?

Information on the screen production grants available, can be found at the Film New Zealand website.

Can I get all the equipment I need in Auckland, New Zealand?

You can rent all the equipment your production requires in Auckland, there is no need to bring in your own gear. Please see our Equipment section of this website.

Does Auckland have any sound stages/studios?

Auckland has a world class Sound Stage, and a variety of other studios and warehouse facilities for filming. Please see our Infrastructure section of this website.