Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the screen sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
In Australia (All States), the australian government is the single largest source of business grant funding in australia, with programs spanning every state, sector and business type.
Open programs
7 totalThis program provides funding to attract non-Tasmanian screen productions to film in Tasmania. It encourages expenditure in the Tasmanian economy and drives employment and skills development in the Tasmanian screen industry, while showcasing Tasmanian landscapes, built heritage and lifestyle.
Provides Australian Capital Territory screen practitioners with funding and resources to support the development, production and promotion of ACT screen content. Funding is available for local practitioners and projects, as well as productions looking to shoot or post-produce in the region.
Screen Tasmania provides funding and resources to support the development, production and marketing of screen content made by Tasmanian screen practitioners. Various funding programs are available across multiple streams including project development, industry development, production investment, traineeships and attachments, games development, and proof-of-concept production.
This program provides support to develop the First Nations screen industry through various initiatives and funding opportunities. It aims to strengthen the capacity and sustainability of First Nations filmmakers, producers, and screen practitioners across Australia.
Screen Australia provides funding and support programs specifically designed for First Nations filmmakers, producers, and creative professionals. The programs aim to develop and produce high-quality Australian screen content created by Indigenous creators.
This program supports co-productions between Australian and South African screen producers, enabling collaborative film and television projects. It provides funding to facilitate partnerships and joint productions between the two countries' screen industries.
A 30 per cent tax rebate for the production of large-budget film and television projects shot in Australia, starting principal photography on or after 1 July 2023. The offset aims to provide increased opportunities for Australian cast, crew and screen production service providers to participate in these productions.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines before applying.