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Codes of Practice / Guidelines

This section contains key guidelines and information for all people working in the New Zealand screen production industry, both domestic and international. These are recommended standards based on industry best practice. If you have any concerns regarding the implementation of these guidelines on your production please contact us, or the appropriate Guild or industry organisation.
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Screen Industry Workers Act 2022

The Screen Industry Workers Act 2022 (SIWA) came into legal force and effect at the end of December 2022.
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Filming in New Zealand

New Zealand is renowned for its world-class reputation as a filming location, with its breathtaking scenery, highly skilled crews, and established support network for both local and international screen production companies. This section provides useful information to help these productions.
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Spada Submissions

On behalf of its members, Spada advocates for a sustainable and successful screen production industry in New Zealand. Its primary role involves lobbying and promoting on behalf of its members through feedback, submissions, and opinions on different policies, guidelines, and legislation. Most recently, Spada has focused on the ANZPM Bill, the NZSPG Review, and the newly passed SIWB, which is now the SIWA.
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2024 Spada Producers Starter Pack

The 2024 Spada Producers Starter Pack aims to support new and emerging producers to bring screen stories to life.
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Emerging Filmmakers Resource

Spada has developed the following resources to help support emerging filmmakers, with a particular focus on emerging producers.
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Greenlit Sustainability Tools

Greenlit supports the screen sector in Aotearoa with environmentally sustainable production practice.
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Spada Podcast and Masterclass Series

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Spada Entertainment Lawyers List

Please note that the following list of Entertainment Lawyers who are current Spada Members is provided solely as a guide. Spada strongly advises producers to conduct their own due diligence when hiring a lawyer for their project's specific needs.
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