Development programs

Screen Australia's Development Programs aim to support Australian screen professionals in creating outstanding Australian content across a range of platforms. It also aims to support innovation throughout the industry.

• Single-project development programs are generally for industry professionals with proven track records, working in teams; less experienced filmmakers can access these programs by partnering with eligible experienced colleagues:
  - features and
  - documentaries
  
  
• Talent Escalator professional development programs help practitioners take strategic steps in building their skill and their careers:
  - targeted initiatives, including the Script Factory: Script Development Initiative
  - industry internships, workshops and other professional development opportunties including New York Producer Internships
  - short film programs: Springboard: Short Film Initiative, Short Film Completion, Short Animation Production
  
  
• Innovation Program focusing on digital media projects or projects that use innovative technology or form.
  
  
• Enterprise Program provides substantial funding over a three-year period to screen production companies with experienced principals who have identified opportunities to develop and expand their business. The program aims to support further growth of existing screen businesses, encourage new business partnerships and alliances, and support dynamic businesses to develop strong slates of projects.

We receive many more applications than we can support. Inevitably some applications may be unsuccessful and applicants may be disappointed by this result. However, Screen Australia’s decision is final. 

ENQUIRIES:

Feature Development,
Talent Escalator Programs,
Innovation Program:
1800 507 901
development@screenaustralia.gov.au

Documentary Development:
1800 251 601 or documentary@screenaustralia.gov.au

Enterprise Program:
02 8113 5830
enterprise@screenaustralia.gov.au