About the Top of the South Filmmakers Incorporated.
We are a collective of passionate filmmakers from across the Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman Region pushing the boundaries of creativity in film.
Originally known as the Top of the South Film Productions Incorporated, it was renamed in 2021 to Top of the South Filmmakers Incorporated (TSF). It was established in 2015 by Aaron Falvey (Marlborough) and Doug Brooks (Nelson), who shared the vision of building a critical mass of passionate filmmakers from the Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman regions.
The purpose of the Society is fourfold-
- Nurture filmmaking excellence.
- Support the growth of the film industry in the Top of the South.
- Facilitate educational opportunities for filmmakers to develop their craft.
- Provide opportunities for filmmakers to showcase their films and filmmaking techniques.
- Pecuniary gain is not a purpose of the Society.
Both Nelson and Blenheim hold monthly film meetings to provide opportunities to network and discuss film projects with other filmmakers. Blenheim hosts their meetings on the 1st Monday of every month. Nelson hosts their meetings on the 1st Tuesday of every month.
Important Society Documents
The rules governing the purpose and management of the TSF society.
Last Updated: November 2020
A foundational policy that outlines what are acceptable standards of behaviour within our Top of the South Filmmakers Society.
Last Updated: November 2020
Rules outlining the application process and guidelines for the approval of grants to TSF members for their film projects.
Last Updated: May 2021
Details around how the TSF and this website manages privacy and personal information.
Last Updated: May 2021
By using this website, you agree to these terms and conditions.
Last Updated: July 2021
Rules outlining the application process and guidelines for the approval of scholarship grants to TSF members.
Last Updated: July 2021
TSF Executive Committee
As an Incorporated Society, the management of TSF is governed by eight Executive Committee members. They are voted in by the Society members at the AGM each year.
The Executive Members elected in September 2023 are-
- Chairperson - Justin Eade
- Vice-Chairperson - Aaron Falvey
- Secretary - Karen Scott
- Treasurer - Vaughan Scott
- Andreas Gabriel
- Angela Zame
- Kris Cavit
- Monica Pausina
Film Festival Director
The Festival Director is appointed annually by the Executive Committee. They are responsible for successfully managing the festival, providing regular reports and seeking support from the Executive Committee.
