Development Funding
Our development funding programs support Western Australian writers, directors, and producers to develop scripted and documentary projects.
These programs are designed to advance projects featuring strong Western Australian stories, content and voices so they can seek further investment or market interest and move towards being production ready.
Open
Documentary Development Investment Fund
Future round dates for the 2021-22 financial year are to be announced soon.
2022-23 Dates
First Round
Applications open: Wednesday, 8 June 2022
Applications close: Monday, 18 July 2022
Second Round
Applications open: TBC
Applications close: TBC
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Acquittal Form
For projects funded prior to 2020-21 financial year only
Required Reading
Matched Development Investment Fund
The applicant must provide a suitable letter of commitment from the broadcaster or distributor and an appropriate development plan and budget.
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Acquittal Form
For projects funded prior to 2020-21 financial year only
Required Reading
Emergency Development Investment Fund
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Acquittal Form
Required Reading
Closed
Scripted Development Investment Fund
Successful applicants will work toward delivering quality, distinctive projects that can reach their target audience and attract further investment and/or market interest.
This two-stage fund will offer two intakes per financial year, subject to funding availability.
2021-22 Dates
First Round
Applications open: Wednesday, 5 August 2021
Applications close: Monday, 20 September 2021
Second Round
Applications open: Monday, 20 December 2021
Applications close: Monday, 21 February 2022
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Acquittal Form
For projects funded prior to 2020-21 financial year only