The Big Screen Symposium is the annual event that puts the filmmakers of Aotearoa New Zealand in one venue for the purpose of debate, discussion, information and inspiration. 

The 2016 Big Screen Symposium will take place on 24/25 September with the programme built around the theme ‘Playing With Risk. Speakers and sessions will be announced from mid-August onwards.

The 2015 BSS saw more than 450 delegates attend over 19 sessions from case studies to masterclasses to conversations, anchored to the theme of collaboration, and featuring a stellar line-up including Academy Award winners and nominees, Golden Globe winners, and recipient of the coveted Palme d’Or.

Speakers and delegates alike embrace the spirit of the weekend... 

“I went to my first Big Screen Symposium feeling nervous and rusty and left feeling inspired. At my second I spent 10 minutes chatting to someone who offered me a job 6 months later. At my third I was able to talk directly to people making a funding decision on one of my projects. I can’t wait for the next one.” - Mark Prebble, Delegate 

“I loved hearing more about the NZ industry and meeting some of the very talented filmmakers as well. I was also impressed at the wide interest groups involved with the Symposium - it was really refreshing to attend a conference that is not solely producer- orientated.” - Liz Watts, Producer (AUS), Speaker 2015 

“I came away with a greater sense of confidence in what I do, and a sense of pride in the high quality of NZ films.” Survey respondent, 2016

The Big Screen Symposium is brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. 

About Script to Screen
Script to Screen is a charitable trust whose mandate is to develop the craft and culture of storytelling for the screen in Aotearoa New Zealand. Since Script to Screen’s inception in 2006, our annual programme of events and initiatives for filmmakers remains unparalleled in terms of quality, reach, participation and output. Our nationwide programme, from grass roots to high-end, serves emerging and experienced writers, directors and producers. The Big Screen Symposium is a vital part of this programme. For more information please visit: www.script-to-screen.co.nz.

About J&A Productions
J&A Productions Ltd is a specialist Event & Project Management Agency. Between them, principals Justine McKay & Andy Dowding have over thirty years of international experience working in New York, London and, for the last ten years, New Zealand. J&A  have a range of skills covering all aspects of event management and production working with some of the most high profile brands and corporations in the country. For more information please see: www.janda.co.nz.

Paying by layby is available for The Big Screen Symposium Full Price tickets only. Simply book your Full Price General, Industry Concession or Student ticket and click the pay by layby option at the checkout stage. You’ll need to make a 20% deposit up front, then just pay off the full amount before the due date of Friday 16 September 2016. Lay-by on credit card bookings only and transaction fees apply so read the full terms and conditions before committing.