Over $10K in Bonus Prizes for 48Hours 2025!

Rubber Monkey · Aug 07 2025

We’re back — and bigger than ever!

Rubber Monkey is proud to return as a sponsor for 48Hours 2025, New Zealand’s iconic fast-paced film competition. We’ve always loved supporting this celebration of raw creativity, but this year we’re taking things to the next level with over $10,000 in bonus prizes across three major award categories.

Best Cinematography Award
Sony FX30 Cinema Camera
Atomos Shinobi II Monitor
Shure MoveMic Two Wireless Receiver Kit
• $3,000 Rubber Monkey Rentals Voucher

Best Sound Design Award
• A Deity Audio Prize Pack
• Gear valued at over $3,000!

National Best School Team Award
• $1,000 SmallRig Voucher
Deity Audio Kit

Why We Back 48Hours

Supporting 48Hours isn’t just about prizes — it’s about passion. At Rubber Monkey, we’re deeply embedded in the world of creative production. Whether it’s gear for professionals or tools for students, we believe in supporting storytellers at every stage. This competition is a chaotic, inspiring, and completely unique part of Aotearoa’s creative culture — and we’re stoked to be part of it again.

Watch This Space

Follow along on our Instagram, there may even be a few more surprise giveaways in store!

To every team taking part this year: give it everything you’ve got. We’ll be cheering you on from the edit suite.

Good luck – and happy filmmaking!

Check Out Last Years Winner!