ANZSCO 1.3 occupation

Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec: ANZSCO code 212399

Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec is occupation 212399 in ANZSCO 1.3, the classification Immigration New Zealand uses for most work visas and every Skilled Migrant Category application. It sits at ANZSCO skill level 1, in unit group 2123 Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors.

ANZSCO code: 212399
Skill level: 1
Unit group: 2123 Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors
Green List: No

Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec: qualifications and experience required in New Zealand

ANZSCO places this occupation at skill level 1. For New Zealand, ANZSCO describes the qualifications and experience as:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. Some occupations in this unit group require high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.

A skill level describes the occupation, not you. Immigration New Zealand matches a job to the single closest occupation, and the skill level comes from that occupation; more experience does not move an occupation to a higher level.

What does this occupation involve?

This occupation group covers Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors not elsewhere classified.

Tasks for unit group 2123 Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors include:

Studying scripts and scenarios to determine theme and setting
Assessing locations and staging requirements for productions in association with specialist designers
Overseeing creative aspects of film, television, radio and stage productions
Determining lighting, film, shutter angles, filter factors, camera distance, depth of field and focus, angles of view and other variables to achieve desired mood and effect
Viewing film and video tape to evaluate and select scenes and determine which scenes need to be re-shot
Planning and organising the preparation and presentation of programs
Supervising the positioning of scenery, props and lighting and sound equipment
Assessing technical requirements of productions by studying scripts and discussing program content, set locations and stage directions with production team
Creating, planning, writing scripts for, recording, videotaping and editing programs

Occupations in this group include:

Audio Director
Casting Director
Lighting Director
Location Manager (Film or Television)

What skill level 1 means for New Zealand visas

Visa rule	For this occupation	More
Accredited Employer Work Visa: longest visa	Up to 5 years for skill level 1 to 3 roles.	AEWV guide
AEWV: evidence of English	Not required for skill level 1 and 2 roles.	AEWV guide
Supporting a partner's visa	The skill level 1 to 3 wage threshold applies.	Partner of a Worker
Skilled Migrant Category: Skilled Work Experience pathway	Open to skill level 1 to 3 occupations, with work experience and pay requirements.	Skilled Work Experience pathway
SMC red and amber lists	Not on either list.	INZ's lists
SMC Trades and Technician pathway	Not on INZ's list of eligible occupations.	INZ's list
Green List	No Green List role is listed under this code.	INZ's Green List

Rules as published by Immigration New Zealand. Lists synced 31 October 2026. Each visa has further requirements beyond skill level, including pay and work experience.

National Occupation List occupations for ANZSCO 212399

Stats NZ's National Occupation List is gradually replacing ANZSCO. These NOL occupations map to ANZSCO 212399. Immigration New Zealand accepts a NOL code only for an AEWV or job check, and only for occupations on its published list; for any other visa, use the ANZSCO code.

NOL code	NOL occupation	NOL skill level	INZ accepts for an AEWV
212321	Casting Director	1	Not yet
212322	Scenographer or Production Designer	1	Not yet
212323	VFX Director	1	Not yet

Not sure this is your occupation?

Picking the right occupation decides the skill level, and with it the visa rules above. Talk it through with us: we will listen to your situation and match you with the right IAA-licensed adviser. You can also check your pay and work experience against the residence wage rules with our calculator.

Book a free 15-minute call Check your pay and work experience

Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec?

Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec is ANZSCO 1.3 occupation 212399, in unit group 2123 Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors. Immigration New Zealand uses ANZSCO 1.3 for most work visa applications and all Skilled Migrant Category applications.

What skill level is Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec?

ANZSCO skill level 1, where 1 is the most skilled and 5 the least. Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. Some occupations in this unit group require high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.

Is Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec on the Green List?

No Green List role is listed under ANZSCO 212399 on Immigration New Zealand's Green List as at 31 October 2026.

Sources: ANZSCO version 1.3, Australian Bureau of Statistics, CC BY 4.0, synced 31 October 2026; National Occupation List V3.0.0, Stats NZ, CC BY 4.0, synced 1 November 2026; Immigration New Zealand occupation lists, synced 31 October 2026. This page reproduces published classifications and Immigration New Zealand's lists. It is general information, not immigration advice. ProVisas is a licensed New Zealand immigration advisory firm (IAA Licence 201301110).