Canberra Screen and Games Fund 2027 Funding Rounds
Thursday, 11 June
Screen Canberra, in partnership with the ACT Government, can now announce the 2027 schedule for the Canberra Screen and Games Fund. Following strong engagement from the local creative sector, the fund returns with two distinct, highly competitive rounds in 2027 to provide structured support for the region’s growing screen, digital gaming, and online content industries.
Across the two rounds, $1.1 million will go towards the screen and games sector.
The fund will continue to support projects across three main areas:
- Games Development and Production: For digital game studios and indie developers, covering prototyping through to full production.
- TV and Film Production: For scripted and unscripted screen projects destined for cinema, broadcast, or streaming platforms.
- Direct to Audience Production: For independent creators producing high-impact content specifically for online and digital platforms.
Round 2
The first round of up to $700,000 opens January 2027, with funds available to successful applicants from 1 July 2027.
Round 3
A second round later in the year will offer up to $400,000, giving creators another chance to apply in 2027 with funding being dispersed in January 2028.
Key dates
| Funding Round | Applications Open | Applications Close | Round Funding Cap |
| Round 2 | 11 January 2027 | 19 March 2027 | $700,000 (Funds available 1 July 2027) |
| Round 3 | 12 July 2027 | 17 September 2027 | $400,000 (Funds available January 2028) |
A few things to know
Both rounds are expected to be competitive, with applications assessed on creative strength, audience potential, commercial viability and benefits for the ACT, including local jobs and creative opportunities. If there are unspent funds from round 2, they will move into round 3.
Applicants will still need to meet the eligibility requirements, including having an active ABN and demonstrating Qualifying ACT Expenditure (QACTE).
How to apply
Applications can be submitted through the Screen Canberra SmartyGrants portal during each round’s open dates.
More details, including guidelines and application templates, will be shared before Round 2 opens in 2027.
