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Media Release: And Action! International Comedy Series Starts Filming in Canberra
ABC, Screen Australia, ITV Studios, and Screen Canberra have announced that the cameras have started rolling in Canberra on AUSTIN, a new eight-part narrative comedy series for the ABC.
Media Release: CBR Screen Investment Fund grants nearly $500,0000 to screen projects
The end of the 2022 – 2023 financial year saw the CBR Screen Investment Fund, which is managed by Screen Canberra, grant $498,832 to ten diverse local and incoming screen projects. Established in 2018 in partnership with the ACT Government, the fund aims to foster a vibrant screen industry by nurturing local talent, championing diversity, … Continued
Media Release: Screen Canberra Appoints Dr Holly Trueman as New CEO
Screen Canberra is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Holly Trueman as its new Chief Executive Officer. With her extensive experience in producing exceptional content, fostering valuable partnerships and managing not-for-profit organisations, Trueman is poised to lead Screen Canberra and the local film industry into an exciting new era. Prior to joining Screen Canberra, … Continued
Media Release: Monica Penders Announces Departure From Screen Canberra
Monica Penders has today announced that she has resigned as Screen Canberra’s CEO and will depart the organisation in September 2023. Monica has been with the organisation for nearly 15 years and has greatly progressed the local screen industry experience. She developed strong partnerships with the ACT Government, resulting in funding initiatives to attract significant … Continued
2022 End of Year Wrap-Up
There was an air of anticipation moving into 2022 and what the year would bring. After two years of lockdowns and restrictions, it was hard to be optimistic, but nevertheless, we prevailed! 2022 has been a successful year, both for the screen industry and the Screen Canberra community. Some highlights from this year include: SISSY … Continued
Media Release: Screen Canberra’s CBR Screen Investment Fund Supports Record Number of Local Projects
The 2021 – 2022 fiscal year saw a record-breaking number of 23 local screen projects funded by Screen Canberra’s CBR Screen Investment Fund. The Fund, which is delivered by Screen Canberra in partnership with the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Government, is a multipurpose and strategic initiative that aims to foster projects with creative merit, encourage … Continued
Media Release: CBR Screen Attraction Fund Officially Opens for Applications
Screen productions from around Australia and the world can now apply for the CBR Screen Attraction Fund (CBRSAF). This new fund is a pilot scheme with $450,000 of funding available, providing support of up to 10% of a production’s local expenditure if they qualify. The CBRSAF, an initiative by Screen Canberra and the ACT Government, … Continued
Script Coordinating and Note-taking Screen Workshop with Alli Parker
Have you heard of a script coordinator or notetaker and thought ‘What is that and how do I do it?’ Or are you curious to learn more about the script-writing process and make an impact on the creative process? Screen Canberra is now offering a Script Coordinating and Note-taking Workshop. This one-day workshop is an … Continued
Media Release: Local screen industry boosted by nearly $100,000 from the ACT Screen Arts Fund
Screen Canberra and artsACT have awarded nearly $100,000 to seven local screen projects across the past fiscal year as part of the ACT Screen Arts Fund (ACTSAF). Spanning a wide variety of work, the funded projects include animation, game development, documentary, feature films and a comedy series. The ACTSAF focuses on projects, activities and opportunities … Continued
In Conversation with Georgina Jenkins
Australian filmmaker Georgina Jenkins is no stranger to the Australian film industry, having worked with Emmy-nominated producer Joanna Werner on the TV series SECRET CITY and DANCE ACADEMY: THE MOVIE. With a deep passion for the industry, Georgina has played an important role in supporting Canberra’s screen industry through voluntary task forces and initiatives. We … Continued