SDIN

10/06/2025

Bus Stop Films is looking for a team of emerging producers to come on board for our 2025 class film projects as Inclusive Producer’s Attachments.

Work with in-house Producer Dianna La Grassa and a team of IPA alumni producers to bring to life 22 inclusively made short films, being produced through the Accessible Filmmaking Program.

Apply now: https://busstopfilms.com.au/inclusive-producers-attachment-2025/

Applications close Monday, 17 June 2025.

10/06/2025

📣NEWS!📣 Three bold and original First Nations-led short films are now in production through round two of the SAFC's First Nations Short Film Program:

🎬 Catchin' Mumoo from writer/director Dylan Coleman and producer Gregory Read
🎬 Digital Abyss from writer/director Joshua Barbo and producer Travis Akbar
🎬 The Secret from writer/director Lilla Berry and producer Piri Eddy

Learn more about this exciting initiative and the three selected films: https://www.safilm.com.au/latest-news/three-first-nations-sa-writer-directors-go-into-production-under-the-safcs-first-nations-short-film-program/

10/06/2025

Screen Australia, SBS Australia and NITV are excited to announce that applications for the 2025 Digital Originals initiative are open! ✨

Now in its sixth year, Digital Originals is a nationwide talent development program supporting screen creatives from historically under-represented backgrounds, including those who identify as culturally and linguistically diverse, First Nations, d/Deaf and disabled, women and gender diverse, LGBTQIA+ and those from regional and remote areas.

🔗 Find out more: https://bit.ly/3StsPWm

📸 Moonbird

29/05/2025

Our Medicine premieres tomorrow night on SBS Australia and NITV 📺

Produced by Karla Hart Enteprises and Periscope Pictures, Our Medicine shines a spotlight on First Nations healthcare, including ancient healing practices in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. The show also explores the daily challenges of medical practitioners as they tackle working on the frontline.

The series is co-directed by Karla Hart and Kimberly Benjamin.

21/05/2025

Screen Australia’s First Nations Department, ABC and NITV are excited to announce the recipients for Stage One of Proper Loved Up – a new romantic comedy initiative for mid-career First Nations producers collaborating with emerging writer/director teams 💕

🔗 Find out more: https://bit.ly/4j7XAuX

09/05/2025

We are pleased to announce the winner of the 2024 SDIN Award is The Assembly, produced by Helium Pictures for ABC, supported by Screen NSW, Aspect, Bus Stop Films and Macquarie University.

The Assembly follows a group of autistic journalism students as they interview Australian personalities, under the guidance of journalist, Leigh Sales.

The series is an Australian first, highlighting the strengths of neurodivergent people and challenging perceived stereotypes. It has also led to Macquarie University developing Australia's first autism-friendly journalism course.

The award was presented by SAFC's CEO, Kate Croser, on behalf of the SDIN, to Mark Fennessy of Helium Pictures.

Congratulations to all involved with this amazing production!

08/04/2025

Screen Australia is excited to announce Credit Maker 2.0, elevating women and gender diverse practitioners in the screen industry. 🎬

In partnership with the Australian Cinematographers Society and the Australian Guild of Screen Composers, this high-calibre initiative provides a career-defining opportunity for women, non-binary and gender diverse screen practitioners to secure a credit on a scripted television production.

🔗 For more information: https://bit.ly/4ck3Q0I

08/04/2025

The Indigenous Documentary Placement is an initiative designed to provide one mid-career Indigenous practitioner with a unique opportunity to undertake an extended placement with Australia’s largest public broadcaster, the ABC

25/03/2025

🎬 Q***r Screen - Mardi Gras Film Festival Lights Up Canberra! 🌈

Get ready, Canberra! The 32nd Mardi Gras Film Festival is coming to the National Film and Sound Archive from April 3rd to 5th. Join us for a spectacular showcase of LGBTIQ+ cinema, featuring an incredible lineup that celebrates diverse voices and stories.

🎥 Highlight Screenings:
- Somewhere in Love: Dive into this award-winning narrative of passion and discovery.
- Duino: Experience a deeply personal and moving story.
- A Tribute to Liza Minnelli: Celebrate the iconic performances of a showbiz legend.
- Plus, enjoy a selection of the festival’s best shorts!

📆 3rd - 5th April 2025
📍 National Film and Sound Archive
🎟 https://loom.ly/LpvJPwg

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25/03/2025

25/03/2025

Introducing Gathering Grounds: A New Opportunity for NSW First Nations Creatives!

This initiative connects emerging practitioners with leading industry figures, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional growth.

The Inaugural Session features Darren Dale from Blackfella Films.
📅 Monday 7 April
⏰ 1:30pm – 4:00pm
📍 In-person at the Screen NSW office & online

Don’t miss this chance to gain insights from an industry expert!

Register today! https://events.humanitix.com/screen-nsw-gathering-ground-with-darren-dale-blackfella-films

10/03/2025