Who we are
Day One Hāpai te Haeata is a supportive community which provides rangatahi with the tools, guidance and opportunities to share stories on screen.
Learn
Tips and How to guides for budding filmmakers, resources and templates to build from, entry toolkits for our programmes and FAQ’s
Do
Looking to get into filmaking? Check out our Challenge and Shorts
Watch
Dive into our archive and watch work from our talented alumni.
Shorts
A series of funded short films made by young emerging filmmakers that explore cultural, social and political issues.
Challenge
A filmmaking challenge for anyone up to the age of 24 to tell stories for a better tomorrow.
Latest Updates
Announcing our new Director...
We are thrilled to announce Day One Hāpai te Haeata new Director Anna Rose Duckworth who joins our Executive Director Chris Widdup in this leadership duo.
Empowering Call To Action For Young Filmmakers Against The Backdrop Of Funding Cuts And Challenging Times Ahead
Day One Hāpai te Haeata announces renewed commitment to supporting the next generation of screen storytellers in Aotearoa.
Day One Hāpai te Haeata Launch and Fundraiser Round-Up
A huge ngā mihi nui to those who made it to the Day One Fundraiser and Launch Party on Wednesday 3 April.