FAQ’s
What is ID360?
It is a short film competition being run by the Ministry of Youth Development about the theme, identity and diversity.
ID360 is about what it means to be a young person in New Zealand.
Who can enter ID360?
ID360 is open to all New Zealand citizens aged 12-24.
What are the age categories?
There are three age categories:
- 12-15
- 16 -18
- 19 -24
If you are making your film as a group you must enter the age category of the oldest person in your group.
Not sure where to start?
Check out our toolkit for some inspiration and helpful hints about ensuring your film looks and sounds great.
Do I have to get copyright clearance for music, performance, script and location?
Yes!
If this it the first time you have made a short film you might not realise it is really important that you get the rights or permission to use everything in your film.
Why do I need to get permission?
Legally you must compile with the Copyright Act 1994. Copyright is the means by which creators such as composers and songwriters make a living from their work. The law gives copyright owners a number of exclusive rights to control how and when their work is used, and to negotiate payment for this use. People have a right to privacy they may not want to have their image in your film.
Music
Okay, so you have found a great track on the internet and you want to use it in your film, Well, stop right there.
You need to get permission from the artist to use it in your film. That means that you need to either contact the artist directly (could be very tricky getting hold of Usher and asking him if you can use his track) or contact APRA. APRA stands for Australasian Performing Rights Association, anorganisation who gives permission on behalf of artists to use their music. Check out www.apra.co.nz.
An easy way round this is to come up with your own music or ask a friend who is a musician to write some music for you.
Locations
Maybe you think, “I know where I want to shoot my film, at the airport!” Great, but again you must ask permission to film.
You should be sweet if you say you are making a short film for a competition that the Ministry of Youth Development are running, but it is always nice to be asked.
Actors
Chances are you won’t be using any Shorty Street stars, but anyone who appears in your film needs to give you their permission.
You don’t need to get everyone on a busy street to give you their permission but if you do a close up of the guy on the bus then you have to ask.
Artwork
You love art, you love going to art galleries. Fantastic! But if you want to film your favourite piece of art you need to make sure the artist is happy for you to do so. That is not too hard if they are a living New Zealand artist, but what if they are a long dead European…like Picasso? Well, to be honest, it is almost impossible. It is easier to get busy with a paint brush yourself or get a friend who fancies themselves a bit of an artist to create their own masterpiece for you to film.
Download the location and performance release form (PDF).
Download the musical release form (PDF).
Download all forms (ZIP)
Does it have to be a documentary?
Films can be any genre. You can make a comedy, a thriller, an animation, a silent film, whatever you like. Use whatever genre is best for you to explore ID360.
How long can my film be?
You have a maximum of 360 seconds to make your film.
What is the closing date for entries?
Entries must be received by 29 February 2008.
What format does my film need to be in?
Good quality DVD.
Can I submit a film I have already made?
No. Films must be made specifically for ID360. They must not have previously been shown on the internet, television or publicly broadcast.
What about censorship?
ID360 short films must not:
- Contain any nudity, lewd or vulgar behaviour, offensive language and/or gestures.
- Contain any copyrighted material that you have not obtained permission for.
- Contain any unlawful activity.
What are the dates I should put in my dairy?
Key dates for the ID360 Short Film Competition are:
- 10 December 2007: call for entries
- 29 February 2008: entries close
- 27 March-11 April 2008: voting for People’s Choice Award online
- 14 April 2008: final winners decided
- 21 April 2008: winners announced and awards ceremony.
What if I am a winner?
A special awards ceremony will be held in Wellington at the New Zealand Film Archive on the 21 April 2008. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
