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Australians in Film and Screen Australia Announce the 2026 Participants in the Talent Gateway and Global Producers Program

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Australians in Film (AiF), in partnership with Screen Australia, has today announced the 2026 participants in its internationally recognised Talent Gateway and Global Producers Exchange initiatives.

Official Co-production Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Interested in international Co-production? Learn more about Australia’s partner countries and the ins-and-outs of Official Co-productions at the AMA on Tuesday 21 April.

Applications Open for Skip Ahead 11

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia and YouTube Australia have opened applications for Skip Ahead 11. For over a decade, the joint Skip Ahead initiative has supported Australian YouTube creators to develop storytelling skills, grow creative ambitions and elevate production values.

Screen Australia appoints Tanya Phegan as Narrative Content Head of Development

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia has today announced the appointment of Tanya Phegan as Head of Development, bringing over 25 years of industry experience to the role.

Market & Audience Department Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Talking to marketplace partners or putting together your finance plan? Discover the latest trends and insights into how to find your audience at the Market & Audience AMA on Wednesday 25 February.

Proper Loved Up production funding recipients announced

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia’s First Nations Department, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and National Indigenous Television (NITV) have announced the recipients who have received production funding as part of Proper Loved Up.

Podcast – Your Audience: The Ultimate Market Guide

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Start the year right with the latest Marketplace intel from Screen Australia Head of Market and Audience Rakel Tansley.

Vale Wal Saunders

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia are saddened to learn of the passing of Walter (Wal) Saunders.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this article contains images and names of people who have passed.

Applications open for Dynamic TV Scripted Initiative

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia, in collaboration with Los Angeles-based television powerhouse Dynamic Television, are inviting applications for the fourth round of the Dynamic Television Scripted Initiative. The program supports the development of a standout scripted television project, helping to position it for global success.

Games Department Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Involved in the games industry or interested in adapting your IP for games? Ask your burning questions about our local independent games sector and Screen Australia’s funding opportunities at the Games AMA on Tuesday 9 December.

Podcast – Alibrandi to Kangaroo : Kate Woods on directing hits for an enduring global career

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Director Kate Woods discusses returning to Australian feature film and how television storytelling has changed in her 40-plus year career.

Documentary Department Ask Me Anything (AMA) Session

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Want to learn more about Screen Australia's documentary funding opportunities or interested in the factual space? Ask your questions at the Documentary AMA on Tuesday 25 November.

Screen Australia reflects on 10 years of the Gender Matters KPI with ‘steady and consistent’ 2024/25 update

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia has today released the 2024/25 outcomes of the second year of its current Gender Matters KPI. In 2024/25, 56% of key creative roles – defined as producer, director and writer – across approved Screen Australia development and production funding were held by women, non-binary and/or gender diverse people.

Applications Open for Talent Gateway and Global Producers Exchange

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia and Australians in Film (AiF) announce the fifth instalment of the Talent Gateway program and the Global Producers Exchange. The initiatives are designed to support established Australian creatives to expand on skills and connect with key international decision-makers, as well as position Australian projects for success in the global market.

Podcast – From the Top End to the Small Screen with Miranda Tapsell and Joshua Tyler

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Creators and writers of hit film Top End Wedding on expanding IP and switching formats for their new series, Top End Bub.

Screen Australia appoints Adrian Coates as Director of Strategy & Insights

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia is excited to announce the appointment of Adrian Coates as Director of Strategy & Insights. A strategic leader driving transformational change across Australia’s media and cultural sectors, Adrian brings specialist experience in research and insights, policy and stakeholder engagement.

Podcast – Saving the planet, one set at a time

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Karl Liegis and Helen Panckhurst break down the strategies and opportunities for engaging sustainability in the screen sector.

Screen Australia appoints Mark Reid as Chief Financial Officer

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Reid as Chief Financial Officer. An accomplished public sector leader, qualified economist and accountant, Mark brings specialist knowledge in fiscal policy, government budgeting and financial management.

Applications open for Future Leaders Delegation to BitSummit 2026

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Applications are open for Screen Australia’s annual Future Leaders Delegation. Designed to support early-to-mid career gamemakers, this program will fund eight individuals to attend the 2026 BitSummit in Kyoto (22-24 May 2026) with $6,000 each.

Five creative teams selected for Screen Australia’s Audience Design Initiative

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Screen Australia have announced the five successful creative teams who will take part in the 2025 Audience Design Initiative.