NZCS Gender Diversity in Camera

Program invites female Camera Trainee applications for an

Auckland-based Feature Film

The NZCS Gender Diversity in Camera Program invites applicants who identify as female to apply for a Camera Trainee position on the feature film, ”Evil Dead - Burn”, shooting in Auckland from 20^th July 2025.

The Attachment provides the opportunity to work under the guidance of the camera team in a fast-moving shoot, with a hands-on, part-time work role anticipated, as a Camera Trainee. Please note this film is firmly rooted in the horror genre, so do not apply if uncomfortable with this type of content.

This will be a paid internship with 1 day prep and 24 days shoot, spread from 20^th July - until 26^th September, at our standard trainee rate. The role will include supporting the 1^st and 2^nd Assistant Camera roles and the Video Assist/DIT department on both Main and 2^nd units. This role will suit someone who is flexible enough to accommodate schedule changes and be prepared for some one-day weeks and some five-day weeks over the 8-9 week shoot. The role is primarily focused on supporting the camera crew on the exterior locations, including some night shoots. Please e-mail pd@nzcine.com for more details and a draft schedule to give some idea of the breakdown.

The placements are open to female candidates, throughout New Zealand, who are NZ Citizens or Permanent Residents, but the successful candidate will have to work ex-Auckland, as no travel or accommodation will be provided. Successful applicants will have to agree to join the NZCS, for a 1 year minimum as an associate member.

The selected candidate will be issued a standard contract by the Production Company, will join the payroll per other contractors, and will also sign an agreement with the NZCS.

The aim of the Attachment is:  To provide an opportunity for a female camera trainee to increase their confidence and skill-set through a hands-on role with an experienced drama camera team, and to provide another training pathway to the limited opportunities currently available.

This is not a creative input role, but as the junior member of the camera team there will be the chance to upskill in professional work practice, technical gear knowledge and observe the creative decision making process in the field.

This mentorship is made possible with sponsorship from the New Zealand Film Commission, the NZCS and EDB Ltd. We remain committed to a mandate to grow and diversify the pool of upcoming camera talent in New Zealand, to redress the current gender imbalance, and to encourage young women to pursue a long-term goal of becoming professional cinematographers.

To be eligible, applicants must also:

• Be a member of the NZCS, or be prepared to join if successful.
• Have a track record of working as an up-and-coming camera trainee/camera assist on web series, short films, music videos, or other genres. The applicant may not necessarily yet have a full-time career as a camera assistant/trainee.
• Be prepared to abide by all safety protocols on-set where indicated
• Have a current clean, full Drivers Licence
• Priority will be given to applicants who meet the criteria, and have not previously received an NZCS placement.

To apply:

Please submit the following in attached electronic documents (Word file or PDF) – do not include the below in body of email to pd@nzcine.com  with “ Camera Trainee - “Evil Dead- Burn” 2025 ” in the subject line:

 Closing Date for Applications:  5.00pm, Tues 8th July, 2025

       •     Your NZCS Membership Number (or intention to join if successful)

•  A CV of industry experience, and any tertiary education highlights, including your normal place of residence, ethnicity, age & residential status.

• A written reference (from a screen industry professional or tutor)
• A proposal (maximum of 1-page) outlining why you want to apply for the Attachment and what you look to achieve from the opportunity.
• A copy of your Driver’s licence

A shortlist will be drawn from applications, and an interview (in person, phone or Zoom) may be required, at which time further details of the production itself will be provided.

We will endeavour to inform applicants of a decision by 5.00pm Friday 11th July 2025 latest.