Screen Australia is now accepting applications for events, conferences and activities which exhibit unique benefits to the Australian screen industry.

These events must demonstrate an understanding of changes in audience engagement and how content is financed, made and delivered. Applications must demonstrate how they will have an impact on their audience/participants, or within their particular area of focus.

The aims of the program are to:

• create opportunities through new, original and inclusive approaches to the industry that will expand networks and grow the Australian screen industry
• support impactful events which are also evolving to be relevant to future audiences and the screen industry
• provide opportunities for professional development/business growth.

Screen Australia is interested in receiving applications from organisers of industry events which are innovative and forward-focused, with plans to engage practitioners in the rapidly changing screen sector.

Due to the limited nature of Screen Industry Partnership funding, applicants are required to discuss the scope and details of their proposal and confirm funding availability with Manager, Festivals and Industry Partnerships. Contact the Program Operations team on 1800 507 901 or industry@screenaustralia.gov.au.

Screen Australia encourages applications from applicants from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. In particular, the agency welcomes applications from applicants who are First Nations, d/Deaf and disabled, culturally and linguistically diverse, LGBTIQ+, women or gender diverse, regionally based, or those from other under-represented groups.

Applicants must meet the general eligibility criteria for Screen Australia funding in the Terms of Trade. In addition:

• Applicants must apply as an Australian company. Individuals or sole traders are not eligible to apply. An applicant company must be an incorporated company carrying on business in Australia, with its central management and control in Australia.
• To be eligible, events must:
  • be generally (or for new events, intend to be) annual or regular events such as conferences and markets; and
  • take place within Australia.
• Screen Australia will not provide funds to cover events or activities that have already taken place.
• This program is not intended for script or story development, nor for production activities

• Phone: 1800 507 901
• Email: industry@screenaustralia.gov.au