NZ Music Commission Grants: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how videographers can access funding to help cover the production costs of music videos for New Zealand artists.
This scheme provides financial support to help cover the production costs associated with creating music videos for New Zealand artists.
Who it's for
This funding is specifically designed to support videographers who are working to create music videos for New Zealand artists. It is intended to assist those in the visual production space who are collaborating with musicians to bring a musical vision to life through film and video.
What you get
If successful, the scheme provides funding to help cover the various production costs required to film and complete a music video. This support is intended to help bridge the gap between a creative concept and the actual physical costs of the production process.
What it costs you
While the scheme provides financial assistance, there are specific requirements that must be met for the project to be eligible. The artist you are working with must be based in New Zealand. Furthermore, the project cannot be a standalone event; the artist must have a formal release plan in place for the music being featured in the video.
The catch to know
The most important thing for videographers to understand is that they are generally not the ones who submit the application. The artist is the one who must apply for the grant. If you are a videographer looking to use this funding for a project, you must work closely with your musical collaborator to ensure they take the lead on the application process.
How to apply
- Confirm that the artist you are collaborating with is based in New Zealand.
- Verify that the artist has a formal and concrete plan for the release of the music being filmed.
- Coordinate with the artist so that they can manage and submit the application on their own behalf.
- Check the official portal for all specific details and current guidelines: https://nzmusic.org.nz