Applications are sought from emerging producers keen to jump on board the bus and start their inclusive filmmaking journey.
Bus Stop Films is ready to engage a team of emerging producers to come on board for our 2025 short film projects as Inclusive Producer’s Attachments and some full producer roles, opening up inclusive filmmaking opportunities to next generation producers. They will work with in-house Producer Dianna La Grassa and a team of IPA alumni producers to bring to life a slate of 22 inclusively made short films, being produced through Bus Stop’s Accessible Filmmaking Program.
The cohort will gain professional skills development in inclusive filmmaking by attending Bus Stop’s Inclusion in Action workshop and be part of a network of producers passionate about inclusive filmmaking. The strategy will equip participants with skills in producing films inclusively, supporting people with disabilities on productions and producing content through a lens of inclusion, diversity and accessibility.
Depending on the location, the attachments may be allocated to work across up to 3 films. Productions will take place across August 2025. Many shoots will be on weekends. All films are shot in one day.
Bus Stop’s class locations for the 2025 Inclusive Producers Attachment Program include – Sydney, Parramatta, Carlton (Southern Sydney), Wollongong, Coffs Harbour, Katoomba, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Cairns, Melbourne, Perth, Darwin, Canberra and Launceston.
The initiative is generously supported by Bus Stop Films with the support of Screen NSW, Screen QLD, VicScreen, Screen Tasmania, Screen Queensland, Screen Canberra, Screen Territory and Screenwest.
Additionally, this year Bus Stop have extended the program to appoint a number of IPA alumni as producers on their 2025 slate. This reflects the professional development of the producers in the skills and expertise in inclusive filmmaking. Producer appointments have been generously supported by Screen NSW, VicScreen, Screen Queensland, Screen Canberra and Screenwest.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must be over 18.
- A Producer credit on at least 30 cumulative minutes of live action, narrative fiction or documentary content i.e. 2-3 short film projects. Can be across a range of platforms including online, short film, television or feature film.
- You must be a resident of the state to which the film shoots take place.
- Demonstrated commitment to undertake Bus Stop’s Inclusion in Action workshop.
FAQS
How long is the Inclusive Producers Attachment?
Engagement will be approximately 65 hours on non-consecutive days including a 10 hour shoot per film. Flexible working arrangements apply around hours. The attachment will also include participation in the Inclusion in Action workshop, delivered by zoom. The role is flexible and can be done around other employment or projects.
How much is the fee paid to the person engaged for an Inclusive Producers Attachment?
Fee paid is $1,924 including super (per short film) which is above benchmark for Level 1 and 2 on BRECA rates.
How many films will the attachments be engaged with?
Bus Stop will recruit at least 11 people to work across a slate of films. Each attachment may be allocated up to 3 short forms to work on, depending on the number of films being made in that location, for example we have 10 films across NSW but only one film in Perth, WA.
How will the films be allocated to the Producers Attachments?
Allocations of short films and attachments will be made within each state based on the locations of the shoot and the availability of the selected participants. They are producing 22 films across the Country.
What sort of tasks will it involve?
- Desktop activities – sourcing resources, booking catering, managing casting calls, attending production meetings (by zoom), liaising with cast and crew.
- In person activities – site rece’s, collecting unit and production items. Setting up the unit and catering on the set on the shoot day.
When will the shoots take place?
Shoots will take place across August. The proposed shoot date for the 2025 Caberra class film project is Sunday, 10th August 2025.
The Inclusive Producer’s Attachments will be expected to attend the shoot for the film/s they are allocated to.
How do I apply?
Applications close Monday 17th June.
We encourage producers from regional, CALD, Deaf/Disabled, First Nation and LGBTQI+ communities to apply.
Complete the application form and upload your CV.
If you any questions or would like more information. Please email hello@busstopfilms.com.au
