Double Your Chances: One Film, Two Competitions!

16 Jun 2026

ABOUT ONSCREEN

OnScreen is your chance to create an original short film, music video, or documentary — up to 7 minutes (Senior) or 5 minutes (Intermediate).

This is a unique opportunity to run your own film project from start to finish, taking on key roles like Director, Scriptwriter, Editor, Producer or…

A Competition for Every Storyteller

11 Jun 2026

For more than 23 years, Vista Foundation 48Hours has helped filmmakers across Aotearoa discover their creative voice, build their skills, and take the next step in their screen storytelling journey. 

We want as many people as possible to have that opportunity, which is why we're working to make the competition…

25K Level Up Grant from NZFC is back!

1 Jun 2026

Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga / The New Zealand Film Commission is excited to celebrate the creativity and innovation that comes out of the Vista Foundation 48Hours. 

In 2026 they will offer the Grand Final winning team an opportunity to pitch for a grant of up to $25,000 to go towards…