Screen Producers Australia (SPA) has opened registrations for its GENR8 one-day ideas forum and networking event, to be held in Melbourne on August 14. Kicking off the day is Senior Creative Technologist at Leonardo.Ai Jessie Hughes, who will deliver a keynote on empowering the creative process, sharing unbiased insights, attitudes, and opinions on AI in creative industries. There will also be an open forum discussion on AI, featuring director, writer, and producer Alex Proyas and GoodThing Productions producer Virginia Whitwell. Elsewhere,...

Screenworks, in partnership with Netflix, has opened applications for its next Regional Crew Pathways Program. Delivered with support from Screen NSW, Screen Queensland, and the Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS), the entry level initiative provides six film and media graduates with the opportunity to get their first professional paid crew role. It comprises a two-step training program that includes an initial AFTRS 'On Set On Boarding’ course followed by paid placements in early entry crew roles for six...

Screen Producers Australia (SPA) has opened submissions for its Ones to Watch professional development and mentoring program. First run in 2013, the initiative is designed to help early-career screen producers take their careers to new heights. The program again includes the exciting opportunity to secure the coveted $20,000 Ones To Watch Screen Placement, supported by Screen Australia. Selected participants will be individually matched with an experienced mentor from within the SPA membership for 1-on-1 mentoring. They will also be granted...

The Australian Academy has opened entries for the 2025 AACTA Awards, to be held on the Gold Coast. All award categories from the previous year will return, with additional details regarding awards for VFX and digital/online content set to be announced in the coming months. This will be the second year the prestigious ceremonies will be held on the Gold Coast alongside the 2025 AACTA Festival. Key dates are as follows: July 15: Short Film Entries Close August 12: Documentary Entries Close...