2022 Accreditation Applications

If you have been a professional Cinematographer in any field for a minimum of 8 years including at least the last 3 years as an NZCS Cinematographer member,  it might be time to think about NZCS Accreditation.

You'll need to have reached a level of world-class visual storytelling expertise that reaches past professional competence and into the top level of cinematography in your chosen field. 

NZCS accreditation means recognition in the international camera community as a master cinematographer with a substantive body of work that reaches a consistently high, world-class standard. To find out more read our NZCS accreditation overview. 

Accredited members are the only people who are allowed to use the letters NZCS after their name.

To apply, download and complete the application form, and  submit your application, supporting documents and media to the address provided.  

If you want help or advice please email eo@nzcine.com.

Applications close 7 November 2022.

The 2022 accreditation recipients will be awarded at the New Zealand Cinematography Awards dinner in May 2023. (Note: the judging process is completely separate from the New Zealand Cinematography Awards).