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The Blue Book 2017

The Blue Book 2017

The Blue Book contains the standard conditions for for the engagement of screen production crew in New Zealand.

It is developed and published by The Screen Industry Guild with cooperation from the Screen Production & Development Association (SPADA).

The current edition is the 2017 edition, launched 24 October 2017.

Members receive a hard copy of The Blue Book free of charge when they join
Click the image to download a pdf copy (44 pages 1.8 mb)
You may purchase a hard copy by emailing your details and shipping address to info@screenguild.co.nz ($63.25 inc GST and including shipping within New Zealand)

Background to The Blue Book

The Blue Book traces its origins back to the 1970's and reflects the common practice working conditions of screen production crew in New Zealand, along with the common practice of the international screen production industry. After extensive negotiations and consultation the 2004 edition was replaced by the 2017 edition in October 2017. Other common practice agreements include the White Book (writers) and the Individual Performers Agreement.

The Screen Industry Guild is the short name for The Screen Industry Guild of Aotearoa New Zealand Incorporated. It was previously known as the New Zealand Film and Video Technicians' Guild Incorporated or as the Techos' Guild.

The Screen Industry Guild is supported by its members and the New Zealand Film Commission.

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