For Australian filmmakers, securing funding for production is a crucial step in bringing a project to the screen. Screen Australia offers a range of production funding opportunities to support projects at different stages, ensuring that compelling Australian stories reach audiences locally and internationally. Whether you’re working on a feature film, television series, online project, or documentary, there are tailored funding options available to assist with production costs.
Screen Australia’s production funding programs provide crucial support to Australian screen creatives, helping them bring their projects to completion and reach their intended audiences. Whether you’re producing a feature film, TV series, online content, documentary, or First Nations-led project, these funding opportunities can be a significant boost to your filmmaking journey.
Pending on the amount you apply for; this can be either investment or grant.
For the latest funding rounds, eligibility requirements, and application details, visit the Screen Australia website and take the next step towards bringing your vision to the screen.
Types of Production Funding Available
1. Feature Film Production Funding
This funding supports the production of Australian feature films with strong creative and commercial potential. It assists with covering key production costs, ensuring that high-quality Australian films are brought to audiences. The program prioritizes projects with a clear market pathway and industry partnerships.
2. Television Production Funding
Screen Australia provides production funding for scripted drama series, mini-series, and telemovies intended for broadcast or streaming platforms. This funding supports the creation of high-quality television content with strong audience appeal, helping Australian stories find their place on screens both nationally and internationally.
3. Online Production Funding
For digital-first creators, Screen Australia offers funding to support online scripted projects with strong storytelling and audience engagement potential. This funding aims to encourage innovative content creation for platforms such as YouTube, social media, and subscription-based streaming services.
4. Documentary Production Funding
This funding stream supports the production of documentary projects, including feature-length documentaries, series, and one-off specials. It is designed to help factual storytelling reach audiences by providing financial support for production and post-production stages.
5. First Nations Department Production Funds
The First Nations Department at Screen Australia offers targeted production funding to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led projects. This funding helps Indigenous filmmakers bring culturally significant stories to life, ensuring authentic First Nations voices are represented in the industry.