The Documentary Development Program supports content makers to develop documentary projects for Theatrical, Television and Direct-to-Audience release (e.g. YouTube, Facebook, Virtual Reality (VR), Extended Reality (XR) and Augmented Reality (AR) platforms). Screen Australia recognises that Direct-to-Audience pathways are rapidly evolving, so additional release platforms may also be eligible.
The aims of the Documentary Development Program are to support:
- distinctive storytelling that reflects the depth and diversity of Australian stories for a range of budgets and audiences across local and global platforms; and
- content makers at different career stages who reflect the breadth of Australia in service of cultural, creative and economic outcomes.
Applicants may apply for any amount up to $30,000 per application.
Screen Australia may decide to provide a different amount of funding than that applied for based on the assessment of all projects submitted to each funding round.
Important note: The text on this webpage provides a snapshot of the relevant information for this program/initiative. Applicants must read all detailed documentation available for download at the bottom of this page, including the program guidelines, before applying.
