Industry Skills & Business Development
Our skills and business support programs are special initiatives designed to support the capability and capacity building of Western Australian crews, creatives and companies in order to grow and create a more sustainable WA screen industry.
Open
BTL Crew Capacity Program - Unit Assistant Attachment
Below-the-Line (BTL) Crew Capacity Program
- Mentorships are negotiated between the Production Company and Screenwest and generally do not have an application process.
- Attachment opportunities are advertised by Screenwest. Individuals are selected by the production company following a competitive assessment process.
The objectives of the program are to:
- Address priority BTL skills gaps that exist in Western Australia.
- Support the growth of local BTL talent.
- Build a sustainable screen industry in Western Australia.
Guidelines – for WA applicants
Terms of Funding – for WA production companies
Proposal Form – for WA production companies
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Professional Development - Placements
The focus is on assisting practitioners who have an exceptional national or international placement opportunity.
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
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Western Australia hot desk at Charlie's in LA
The partnership provides eligible WA practitioners access to Charlie’s. Subject to availability you can work out of the shared workspace or host business meetings during your stay in Los Angeles. You can also participate in networking opportunities.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be a Western Australian resident and meet the general eligibility requirements set out in the Screenwest Terms of Trade.
Request a Booking
To request a booking, contact funding@screenwest.com.au with the below:
- Email Subject: Booking Request – Charlie’s Hot Desk: [Preferred date/s of booking];
- Attach your CV (maximum two pages);
- Outline your intended usage and the dates that you want to use Charlie’s.
Screenwest will facilitate an introduction to Australians in Film (AiF). AiF will contact you regarding availability of the space and booking arrangements.
Access to Charlie’s hot desk is determined by availability and intended usage of the space.
Applicants are responsible for covering all costs related to travel to Los Angeles, ensuring they have the correct visas for their planned activities in the United States, and having appropriate travel insurance.
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Closed
Targeted Industry Capacity Building Program
The program is calling for bold ideas to increase the capacity in the following sectors:
- Unit;
- Lighting;
- Gripping/Rigging;
- Catering.
Screenwest will offer up to $100,000 per proposal. Funding is limited and competitive.
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Required Reading
BTL Crew Capacity Program - Edit Assistant Attachment opportunity on upcoming documentary series
Productions that receive Screenwest Production Funding over $100,000 must budget for BTL Crew Capacity opportunities in consultation with Screenwest.
The roles reflect the production’s needs and identified BTL skills gaps in the WA industry.
- Individuals are employed by the Production Company and must be paid the relevant minimum Award Rate for a 50-hour week or higher.
- Attachment opportunities are advertised by Screenwest. Individuals are selected following a competitive assessment process.
Guidelines – for WA applicants
Five week Edit Assistant Attachment opportunity on an upcoming documentary series, based in Fremantle WA.
Applications open: Thursday, 12 December 2024
Applications close: Monday, 6 January 2025 at 5:00pm AWST
Expected start date: Monday, 3 February 2025
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Required Reading
Industry Development - Workshops and Masterclasses
Screenwest invites proposals from:
- Not-for-profit screen industry organisations;
- Established production companies;
- Screen industry practitioners with significant experience.
Screenwest will offer up to $25,000 per activity. Funding is limited and competitive.
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Required Reading
BTL Crew Capacity Program - Two attachment opportunities on upcoming documentary series
Productions that receive Screenwest Production Funding over $100,000 must budget for BTL Crew Capacity opportunities in consultation with Screenwest.
The roles reflect the production’s needs and identified BTL skills gaps in the WA industry.
- Individuals are employed by the Production Company and must be paid the relevant minimum Award Rate for a 50-hour week or higher.
- Attachment opportunities are advertised by Screenwest. Individuals are selected following a competitive assessment process.
Guidelines – for WA applicants
Attachment #1: Production Assistant Attachment
Attachment #2: Assistant Editor Attachment
Applications open: Friday, 21 February 2025
Applications close: Monday, 17 March 2025 at 5:00pm AWST
Expected start date – Attachment #1: Monday, 7 April 2025
Expected start date – Attachment #2: Monday, 21 April 2025
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.
Required Reading
Workforce Capacity Program - Documentary
- Shooter Director;
- Camera;
- Line Producer/Production Manager;
- Editor;
- Story Producer.
Other roles will be considered case-by-case, in line with the evolving needs of the WA screen industry.
Screenwest will offer up to $50,000 per company in this one-off initiative to boost workforce capacity in the sector. Funding is limited and competitive.
Guidelines
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.