News & Events

ScreenXtra Login

Forgotten your password? Sign up
link to WA Production Directory page

Meet ABC’s commisioner of factual TV and documentary

01 February 2012
Chris Thorburn, the Commissioning Editor of ABC TV documentaries, will be holding a briefing session for WA documentary producers and factual content makers interested in contemporary and factual entertainment series. ABC TV is looking for more 4-8 part half hour series for their 2012-2013 production slate and is keen to engage with producers at the early stages of development. This session will be held at the ScreenWest offices on Monday, 6 February at 4:30pm.

Session details:

When: Monday, 6 February 2012
Where: Level 2, Gordon Stephenson House, 140 William Street, Perth
Time: 4.30pm - 5:30pm
RSVP: Please RSVP confirming your attendance to rsvp@screenwest.wa.gov.au by Friday, 3 February. Please include 'SURNAME - Chris Thorburn session' in the email heading.

Chris has worked in television for over 25 years and has held senior positions as a commissioning editor, executive producer and series producer. He's made a diverse slate of programs for Australian and international broadcasters, covering everything from serial killers to space travel. Chris originally trained as a cameraman and editor, and has worked in television newsrooms in Sydney, London and the Middle East.