ICA Online Conference

Online

Join ICA for a conversation with industry experts and colleagues managing what has turned from a sprint into a marathon survival challenge. A thoughtful exploration of what we have gone through so far and what we have learned. Register your interest by emailing marketing@independentcinemas.com.au and a Zoom invitation (11-2pm AEST) will follow shortly. Some sessions may be available to ICA members only

CinefestOZ

Set in WA's South West, CinefestOZ premieres feature films and events in the region’s cinemas and picturesque venues. With exciting screenings and film related event options, film lovers converge to share the excitement and enjoy the highly anticipated film program.

Every Voice

Screen Australia, NZ On Air and TikTok have joined forces to launch Every Voice, a new initiative aimed at supporting diverse creators on TikTok to make scripted or factual episodic content. The program hopes to see a new generation of online storytellers expand their vision and ambition, and is focused on original Australian and New Zealand content that will resonate with global audiences. Applicants will be eligible to apply for up to $AUD50,000 per project, with between three to five...

Creatives Loop’s International Roadmap Program

Screen Queensland has partnered with the screen business development consultancy to offer 10 producers from the state entry into Creatives Loop’s International Roadmap Program so they may be able to refine their pitches and expand their networks. Successful applicants will engage in more than eight weeks of virtual roundtables and one-on-one sessions designed to select new target markets, perfect pitch materials and delivery, and set-up meetings with key industry decision-makers. Online applications close Friday, August 27. Find out more information...

Femflix Film Festival – submissions

Female-centric streaming service Femflix has launched an online short film festival which will focus on promoting and celebrating new, emerging, and exciting voices from Australia, New Zealand and around the world. Femflix Film Festival will be a quarterly showcase and competition screening the best stories made by women and female-identifying filmmakers. Submissions are now open for short films (narrative or factual) from all around the globe, with the festival offering awards in various categories including Best Director, Best of Festival...