Waikato Screen
Based in the Te Uku, a small village in Whāingaroa
Waikato Screen supports the thriving local and international film industry by providing access to unique locations that highlight the region’s beauty.
Waikato Screen is the hub for film, television, and digital media in one of Aotearoa’s most diverse and visually striking regions. From rugged coastlines and rolling farmland to vibrant town centres and
lush native forests, Waikato offers an exceptional variety of filming environments, all within easy reach of Auckland and major international transport links.
Waikato Screen exists to connect, support, and promote the region’s screen sector. They work alongside local and international productions, helping filmmakers navigate permits, logistics, and location scouting, while linking them to skilled local crew, talent, and businesses. Whether you’re producing a feature film, documentary, commercial, or digital project, their team is here to make filming in the Waikato seamless, cost-effective, and inspiring.
Their mission is to grow the Waikato’s reputation as a creative powerhouse, strengthening opportunities for local screen professionals and encouraging sustainable industry development. Waikato Screen champions collaboration between iwi, communities, and industry, ensuring stories are told with authenticity, care, and creativity.
From award-winning feature films to homegrown television and web series, Waikato Screen celebrates the region’s storytelling talent and promotes the Waikato as a go-to destination for world-class screen production.
For filmmakers scouting for their next location, seeking production support, or looking to join a growing network of screen professionals, Waikato Screen is the gateway to the people, places, and creative energy that make the region shine.