Impact Australia is inviting applications for the second iteration of its screenwriter accelerator program, which will take place in-person in Melbourne after being held virtually last year.
Screen Australia has announced $5.6 million of production funding for three feature films and returning seasons of Stan's 'Bump' and 10's 'The Secret She Keeps'.
Screen Australia and Australians in Film (AiF) have launched two joint initiatives for creatives to expand their skills and increase their chances of success in the global market.
The Federal Government has released the guidelines for the Supporting Cinemas’ Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods (SCREEN) Fund as it opens for applications.
Screen Australia has announced $2 million of funding via its Enterprise program, including four Business & Ideas projects and 11 Enterprise People talent opportunities.
Screen Australia CEO Graeme Mason has acknowledged that the government's proposed media reforms may result in fewer theatrical features but said the organisation remained committed to supporting projects for which cinemas were the "perfect home".
Despite the pandemic, there was still almost $1 billion spent on drama production in Australia in the last financial year, indicating the sector had been on track for a potentially record-breaking year before it was interrupted.
Screen Australia CEO Graeme Mason challenges Screen Producers Australia's claims that the Federal Government's media reforms will slash TV drama and children's production by up to 50 per cent and cost thousands of jobs.