Production Funding
Our production funding programs are open to eligible Western Australian, Australian and international production companies looking to produce scripted and documentary projects in Western Australia.
These programs are designed to promote Western Australian stories, talent, culture and Country to national and international audiences; support opportunities for local industry practitioners; develop and grow the Western Australian Screen Industry; and drive economic and social benefits for Western Australia.
Open
Closed
Documentary Production Fund
The fund provides production finance for feature length documentary films and factual series with significant marketplace attachments from traditional and online platforms and distributors.
All productions that receive Screenwest production funding over $100,000 are required to budget for and engage a Western Australian attachment through the Crew Attachment Program in consultation with Screenwest.
2023-24 Dates
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Qualifying Expenditure
Required Reading
Scripted Production Fund
The fund provides production finance for feature films, telemovies and scripted series with significant marketplace attachments from traditional and new distribution platforms (with significant audience share).
All productions that receive Screenwest production funding over $100,000 are required to budget for and engage a Western Australian through the Crew Attachment Program in consultation with Screenwest.
2023-24 Dates
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Qualifying Expenditure
Required Reading
Footloose Production Fund
The fund provides production finance for feature films, telemovies and scripted series with significant marketplace attachments from traditional and new distribution platforms (with significant audience share).
All productions that receive Screenwest production funding over $100,000 are required to budget for and engage a Western Australian through the Crew Attachment Program in consultation with Screenwest.
2023-24 Dates
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.