Experience the powerful dynamic that can only be WIFTI, as industry practitioners from around the globe get together in the world's hottest film destination to network, swap ideas, discuss the future and find new ways to do things. And close deals, of course.

Women In Film and Television International
invites you to our amazing 2004 New Zealand Summit.
April 21-24, Carlton Hotel, Auckland, New Zealand

Image: Lucy Lawless Summit Patron
See wiftnewzealandExperience the powerful dynamic that can only be WIFTI, as industry practitioners from around the globe get together in the world's hottest film destination to network, swap ideas, discuss the future and find new ways to do things. And close deals, of course.

Women In Film and Television International
invites you to our amazing 2004 New Zealand Summit.
April 21-24, Carlton Hotel, Auckland, New Zealand

Image: Lucy Lawless Summit Patron
See wiftnewzealandSummit Overview
Focussing on the Future
Future Trends in Film & Television

Our keynote speakers offer their personal views and insights into audiences of the future. What will they be watching and how will they be watching it?

Selling Ideas: The Art of the Pitch
A market simulation & pitching session. How do you pitch? Do you pitch differently depending upon the market? This session examines techniques for successful pitching.

Showcasing New Zealand Luncheon
The Indigenous Voice in the International Marketplace
What is an indigenous voice and where is its international marketplace? It's an exciting time for distinct & original voices, but how do you get these stories out there?

An Interview with - part I
Our internationally recognised guests discuss their major career influences, being successful in more than one industry role, working globally, and breaking through barriers - both creative and gender.

Content Forms of the Future
It's a Brave "New Media" World of internet, interactive TV, Broadband and mobile - but can we just repackage existing programming, thereby creating new revenue streams - or will content forms of the future demand "platform specific" programming?

The Challenge of Foreign Language Films in the International Market Place
Are language and cultural differences barriers to global sales? Are English speaking markets really that important to the financial success of a film or television programme?

Technology As Your Creative Partner Luncheon
The Future of Feature Film Financing
Finance sourcing and deal structuring - where is the money to be found? Are international projects the way of the future?

An Interview with - part II
Our internationally recognised guests discuss their major career influences, being successful in more than one industry role, working globally, and breaking through barriers - both creative and gender.

Social Responsibility in Story Telling

In this day & age of accountability, what is the role of the storyteller? Do we simply reflect society or are we trying to change it?

International Co-Productions
"Official" Governmental Co-Production Treaties and how they work in the complex world of film financing.

Women As Leaders Luncheon
Globalisation
Although a small country, New Zealand has had more than it's "fair share" of success on the global stage. What does it take, and how is it done - how does the "little guy" cut it in the international market place?

An Interview with - part III
Our internationally recognised guests discuss their major career influences, being successful in more than one industry role, working globally, and breaking through barriers - both creative and gender.

WIFTI Sessions
Women in Film & Television International (WIFTI) Sessions examine the nuts & bolts of setting up and running a Women in Film & Television Chapter - everything from the history of WIFT & WIFTI, through the day to day business of a not-for-profit organisation, to events fundraising, mentoring, and awards galas. These sessions are suitable for anyone interested in starting a WIFT Chapter, or currently involved in running a WIFT Chapter ... be it as staff or as part of a voluntary Board.

Chapter Formation & Survival:
What is a Women in Film & Television Chapter - including a brief history of WIFT & WIFTI; how do you set one up; and what are the benefits of becoming a WIFT International affiliate?

Communications & PR: How do you keep your membership informed of your chapter's activities? Newsletters - website? And, raising your chapter's profile is good for fundraising & increasing membership - so, how do you get local media exposure?

Chapter Development & Strategic Planning:You've been a chapter for a couple of years and you want to grow your membership, expand your activities, take on an Executive Officer, etc, etc? How do you plan for this and ensure your chapter's survival?

Fundraising: Membership dues don't always cover a chapter's activity & infrastructure costs so what are other avenues of fundraising? Corporate sponsorship? Events? Fundraising Galas & Awards?

Membership Development & Benefits:Professional Development Programmes, Film Finishing Funds, Mentoring Programmes, etc. - established WIFT Chapters share their programming success stories.

Diversity Forum: Every two years the WIFT International Summit brings together women from across our global network of WIFTI Affiliates. This gives us the perfect opportunity to take a snapshot of the international screen industry. How are we faring on issues of gender and ethnicity? This session is a forum for your thoughts & opinions. Please bring any research or statistics you may have on your local industry.

Screening Room
When not hosting an official Summit session, the screening room is available to delegates for screening of their work - booking essential.

Screening: Keynote Film TBC
Women in the Director's Chair
Using our keynote film as an example, this session examines the relationship between the director and key department heads in creating visual imagery for the screen.

Mentoring Sessions - Pre Application Required
An opportunity for delegates to get feedback on works-in-progress from our Women in the Director's Chair Facilitator & Panelists.

Doing Business
Doing Business Sessions offer delegates the opportunity to examine co-production, financial partnering, & sales possibilities throughout the world - and they offer an opportunity to learn how other world regions do business internationally.

Doing Business: Indigenous Filmmakers
Doing Business with the UK & Europe
Doing Business Down Under
Doing Business with Canada
Doing Business with Africa, Latin America & the Caribbean
Doing Business with Asia

Birds of a Feather (BOF)
Birds of a Feather (BOF) Sessions offer an opportunity for informal networking. Are you looking to form creative partnerships or strategic production alliances; exchange ideas; or just meet like minded people who share your passion? If so - Birds of a Feather sessions are for you!

Birds of a Feather - Children's Television
Birds of a Feather - Documentary Makers
Birds of a Feather - Animation
Birds of a Feather - Dance on Screen
Birds of a Feather - Drama
Birds of a Feather - Women in Business