Women in the screen industry seeking a pathway to leadership are encouraged to apply for this year's Natalie Miller Fellowship.
A documentary offering insights into the juvenile justice system and another showcasing Australia's own 'horse whisperer' have been selected to receive funding under a joint initiative between Screen Australia and The Guardian.
David Strong will be the next CEO of the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC), succeeding Annabelle Sheehan.
Impending changes to the regulatory environment could negatively impact the type of stories that are told by documentary filmmakers but the sector's ability to adapt should not be underestimated, according to experts.
SBS and NITV have announced the launch of a new national documentary initiative designed to reflect the diversity of people and experiences within Australia.
"I felt like filmmakers got into film because they wanted to tell stories, not to figure out the best finance plan, negotiate deals, review paperwork, or chase people down for signatures."
The 23 creatives for this year's Screen Diversity showcase have been unveiled after being selected by a panel of independent industry judges.
Visual effects outsourcing platform Hotspring is expanding into the Asia-Pacific region, with aims to give VFX companies and studios a new way to connect with each other and establish contracts.