Catherine Smyth-McMullen

Screenwriter Catherine Smyth-McMullen on writing genre in Australia and the US, the differences between working in the two countries, and what you need to know about general meetings: what they are, what materials you need to have ready for them, how they differ from a pitch meeting, and more.

Screenwriter Catherine Smyth-McMullen on writing genre in Australia and the US, the differences between working in the two countries, and what you need to know about general meetings: what they are, what materials you need to have ready for them, how they differ from a pitch meeting, and more.

Screenwriter Catherine Smyth-McMullen

Screen Australia’s Head of Development Bobby Romia talks through the development team at Screen Australia, the different types of funding available, what the funding can cover, how much to apply for, how applications are assessed and much more.

Screen Australia’s Head of Development Bobby Romia talks through the development team at Screen Australia, the different types of funding available, what the funding can cover, how much to apply for, how applications are assessed and much more.

Development Funding at Screen Australia 

Bay of Fires co-creator, producer and star Marta Dusseldorp talks about her shift from acting into producing, starting Archipelago Productions, how Bay of Fires came about, the shoot in Tasmania, and current challenges facing Australian producers.

Bay of Fires co-creator, producer and star Marta Dusseldorp talks about her shift from acting into producing, starting Archipelago Productions, how Bay of Fires came about, the shoot in Tasmania, and current challenges facing Australian producers.

Marta Dusseldorp: making ABC thriller Bay of Fires

Hear takeaways and advice from the Screen Australia delegation who attended Cannes Film Festival + Market this year, including why you need to be pitch ready, how to prepare for meetings, challenges and optimism in the theatrical space, trends and more. They are joined by local producers MahVeen Shahraki from Thousand Mile Productions, Rebecca Summerton from Closer Productions and Kath Shelper of Scarlett Pictures who was one of the producers of Warwick Thornton’s Un Certain Regard feature The New Boy.   Directory of International Sales Agents: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/getmedia/49fbb8d7-51f8-4d60-a67d-d93996fdc14c/SalesAgentDirectory.pdf

Hear takeaways and advice from the Screen Australia delegation who attended Cannes Film Festival + Market this year, including why you need to be pitch ready, how to prepare for meetings, challenges and optimism in the theatrical space, trends and more. They are joined by local producers MahVeen Shahraki from Thousand Mile Productions, Rebecca Summerton from Closer Productions and Kath Shelper of Scarlett Pictures who was one of the producers of Warwick Thornton’s Un Certain Regard feature The New Boy. Directory of International Sales Agents: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/getmedia/49fbb8d7-51f8-4d60-a67d-d93996fdc14c/SalesAgentDirectory.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/getmedia/49fbb8d7-51f8-4d60-a67d-d93996fdc14c/SalesAgentDirectory.pdf</a>

Cannes Film Festival + Market in 2023

Kate McLennan

Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan discuss their careers from The Katering Show through to ABC series Get Krackin’, Audible podcast series Slushy and their latest project – creating comedy crime series Deadloch for Prime Video. The Kates talk about their writing partnership, filming Deadloch in Tasmania during the pandemic, and walking that fine line between comedy and drama throughout scripting, the shoot and the edit.

Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan discuss their careers from The Katering Show through to ABC series Get Krackin’, Audible podcast series Slushy and their latest project – creating comedy crime series Deadloch for Prime Video. The Kates talk about their writing partnership, filming Deadloch in Tasmania during the pandemic, and walking that fine line between comedy and drama throughout scripting, the shoot and the edit.

Deadloch creators Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan

Screenwriter Anna Barnes on the creation of Safe Home, from how the idea was sparked from her personal experiences working at community legal centres, creating a pitch deck and pilot script to show to SBS, working with writers Jean Tong and Michelle Law, and seeing the series be brought to life by the cast and crew including director Stevie Cruz-Martin, producer Imogen Banks and co-producer Emelyne Palmer.

Screenwriter Anna Barnes on the creation of Safe Home, from how the idea was sparked from her personal experiences working at community legal centres, creating a pitch deck and pilot script to show to SBS, working with writers Jean Tong and Michelle Law, and seeing the series be brought to life by the cast and crew including director Stevie Cruz-Martin, producer Imogen Banks and co-producer Emelyne Palmer.

Anna Barnes on creating Safe Home for SBS

Catherine Kelleher

SBS development executive Catherine Kelleher, who’s also a screenwriter and filmmaker, explains the role of a note-taker including how it differs from other writing roles, the make-up of Australian TV writers’ rooms, the dos and don’ts of note-taking and how to make the most of opportunities in the screen industry.

SBS development executive Catherine Kelleher, who’s also a screenwriter and filmmaker, explains the role of a note-taker including how it differs from other writing roles, the make-up of Australian TV writers’ rooms, the dos and don’ts of note-taking and how to make the most of opportunities in the screen industry.

Catherine Kelleher: the role of a note-taker

Ian Murray

113 Partners CEO Ian Murray is a consultant for creative businesses and reveals the questions people should be asking themselves to achieve a sustainable business, common issues, advice for funding grant applications, when to scale up, when to engage with a consultant, and how to be strategic – no matter the size or stage your business is at.

113 Partners CEO Ian Murray is a consultant for creative businesses and reveals the questions people should be asking themselves to achieve a sustainable business, common issues, advice for funding grant applications, when to scale up, when to engage with a consultant, and how to be strategic – no matter the size or stage your business is at.

Ian Murray: creating a sustainable business

Jacinta Leong

Jacinta Leong is a production designer who’s worked on Australian features 2067 and Buckley’s Chance and was art director on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Alien: Covenant, Unbroken, and more. Throughout the podcast, Jacinta talks about how her background in architecture led her to production design, some of the roles in the art department, and her experience working with directors like Seth Larney on 2067 and Dr George Miller on Mad Max: Fury Road and Furiosa.

Jacinta Leong is a production designer who’s worked on Australian features 2067 and Buckley’s Chance and was art director on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Alien: Covenant, Unbroken, and more. Throughout the podcast, Jacinta talks about how her background in architecture led her to production design, some of the roles in the art department, and her experience working with directors like Seth Larney on 2067 and Dr George Miller on Mad Max: Fury Road and Furiosa.

Production designer Jacinta Leong

Kacie Anning

Kacie Anning - the writer, director and creator of new Australian Amazon Original Series Class of ‘07 - talks about her career from web series Fragments of Friday to now, pitching to Prime Video Australia, advice for general meetings in the US, and why crafting the right tone in comedy is “everything”.

Kacie Anning - the writer, director and creator of new Australian Amazon Original Series Class of ‘07 - talks about her career from web series Fragments of Friday to now, pitching to Prime Video Australia, advice for general meetings in the US, and why crafting the right tone in comedy is “everything”.

Creating comedy with Class of ‘07 writer/director Kacie Anning

Listen to interviews with world-class Australian directors, producers, writers and other industry professionals as they discuss their careers, latest projects and industry trends.

Screen Australia Podcast

Screen Australia investment managers Lee Naimo and Alyce Adams answer the questions any burgeoning (or existing) online creator might need to know before hitting that ‘submit’ button on their application. As investment managers, Lee and Alyce assess applications for online support in development, production and completion funding, and they reveal what they’re looking for, how to know how much money to ask for, and why you should get in touch before you apply. The pair also talk about success stories, including The Katering Show, Bondi Hipsters, Aunty Donna, Kacie Anning, Superwog and the Gender Matters-supported series Sheilas, and they discuss the power of niche audiences – clearly seen in the views behind hits such as Mining Boom on Starting From Now. This is essential listening for any Aussie online creator. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe Have any feedback? Email us at podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au

Screen Australia investment managers Lee Naimo and Alyce Adams answer the questions any burgeoning (or existing) online creator might need to know before hitting that ‘submit’ button on their application. As investment managers, Lee and Alyce assess applications for online support in development, production and completion funding, and they reveal what they’re looking for, how to know how much money to ask for, and why you should get in touch before you apply. The pair also talk about success stories, including The Katering Show, Bondi Hipsters, Aunty Donna, Kacie Anning, Superwog and the Gender Matters-supported series Sheilas, and they discuss the power of niche audiences – clearly seen in the views behind hits such as Mining Boom on Starting From Now. This is essential listening for any Aussie online creator. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a> Have any feedback? Email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au">podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au</a>

Online Funding

Sascha Rothchild

GLOW writer and co-executive producer Sascha Rothchild dishes out advice on writing in this wide-ranging interview.

GLOW writer and co-executive producer Sascha Rothchild dishes out advice on writing in this wide-ranging interview.

GLOW: Sascha Rothchild

The Australian director behind Netflix’s short form comedy series Special, Anna Dokoza, and it’s writer, creator and star Ryan O’Connell talk about how the series came about, authentic casting, Hollywood’s views on diversity, and the pros of working on a comedy with bingeable 15-minute episodes. LANGUAGE WARNING: This episode contains mild course language. And a lot of laughs.

The Australian director behind Netflix’s short form comedy series Special, Anna Dokoza, and it’s writer, creator and star Ryan O’Connell talk about how the series came about, authentic casting, Hollywood’s views on diversity, and the pros of working on a comedy with bingeable 15-minute episodes. LANGUAGE WARNING: This episode contains mild course language. And a lot of laughs.

Makers of Netflix’s Special on digital originals

Mike Sneesby

Stan CEO Mike Sneesby discusses the beginnings of Australia’s premiere streaming service, their $200 million investment, major output deals, and his thoughts on Netflix, Disney, limited theatrical windows and pitching. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or Pocket Casts. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

Stan CEO Mike Sneesby discusses the beginnings of Australia’s premiere streaming service, their $200 million investment, major output deals, and his thoughts on Netflix, Disney, limited theatrical windows and pitching. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Stan CEO Mike Sneesby

Mirrah Foulkes

Judy &amp; Punch writer/director Mirrah Foulkes talks about making the leap from short films to features, her advice for anyone doing the same, how her background as an actor influences her directing style, and about being a member of the Blue-Tongue Films collective. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or Pocket Casts. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

Judy &amp; Punch writer/director Mirrah Foulkes talks about making the leap from short films to features, her advice for anyone doing the same, how her background as an actor influences her directing style, and about being a member of the Blue-Tongue Films collective. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Mirrah Foulkes: Making Judy & Punch

Screen Australia Senior Investment Manager Shana Levine explains two crucial documents for Australian productions – the finance plan and recoupment waterfall. Visit this article for links to a sample finance plan and recoupment waterfall, and read about the five most common mistakes Shana sees in applications: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/sa/screen-news/2020/01-17-podcast-finance-plans-explained Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or Pocket Casts. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

Screen Australia Senior Investment Manager Shana Levine explains two crucial documents for Australian productions – the finance plan and recoupment waterfall. Visit this article for links to a sample finance plan and recoupment waterfall, and read about the five most common mistakes Shana sees in applications: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/sa/screen-news/2020/01-17-podcast-finance-plans-explained" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/sa/screen-news/2020/01-17-podcast-finance-plans-explained</a> Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Finance plans explained

Producers John and Dan Edwards of Roadshow Rough Diamond discuss new series Les Norton and keeping up with the changes in Australian TV. The father-son duo – who between them have around five decades of television experience – dish their thoughts on creating space for new voices, what commissioners are looking for, important TV markets, and genres that sell internationally. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe Have any feedback? Email us at podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au 

Producers John and Dan Edwards of Roadshow Rough Diamond discuss new series Les Norton and keeping up with the changes in Australian TV. The father-son duo – who between them have around five decades of television experience – dish their thoughts on creating space for new voices, what commissioners are looking for, important TV markets, and genres that sell internationally. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: <a href="http://screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a> Have any feedback? Email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au">podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au</a>

Roadshow Rough Diamond

The co-founders of Emmy award winning studio Ludo on creating a business that’s sustainable, yet bursting with creativity.

The co-founders of Emmy award winning studio Ludo on creating a business that’s sustainable, yet bursting with creativity.

Ludo Studio

Alastair McKinnon

Matchbox Pictures is one of Australia’s most successful and prolific producers of television, and in this in-depth interview Managing Director Alastair McKinnon talks about the company and industry at large. He discusses working with global parent company NBCUniversal, how much time projects take to develop, pitching tips, and providing a pathway for emerging talent with their series The Heights. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or Pocket Casts. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

Matchbox Pictures is one of Australia’s most successful and prolific producers of television, and in this in-depth interview Managing Director Alastair McKinnon talks about the company and industry at large. He discusses working with global parent company NBCUniversal, how much time projects take to develop, pitching tips, and providing a pathway for emerging talent with their series The Heights. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Alastair McKinnon: Matchbox Pictures

In this latest podcast episode Screen Australia’s Head of Documentary Bernadine Lim talks through the funding available to documentarians, what the agency is looking for, and how they assess applications.  Lim also speaks to the proposed changes to documentary guidelines, including who they will benefit and how to submit feedback before 27 October 2019. To read the discussion paper, or submit feedback on the revised guidelines: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/sa/new-directions/documentary-program-revision-2019  Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

In this latest podcast episode Screen Australia’s Head of Documentary Bernadine Lim talks through the funding available to documentarians, what the agency is looking for, and how they assess applications.  Lim also speaks to the proposed changes to documentary guidelines, including who they will benefit and how to submit feedback before 27 October 2019. To read the discussion paper, or submit feedback on the revised guidelines: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/sa/new-directions/documentary-program-revision-2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/sa/new-directions/documentary-program-revision-2019</a> Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Documentary funding

Tim Pye

Scripted Ink Head of Development Tim Pye discusses being an Australian screenwriter in 2019 – why writers need to think internationally, practical tips for those starting out, and the pros and cons of SVODs. Pye explains how the showrunner of NCIS: LA Shane Brennan is helping change and educate the local industry, how he believes the term ‘showrunner’ in Australia differs to the US, and even breaks down the difference between a ‘story by’ and ‘written by’ credit. Pye also demystifies the three organisations working behind the scenes to help – the Australian Writers’ Guild, the Authorship Collecting Society AWGACS, and Scripted Ink. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

Scripted Ink Head of Development Tim Pye discusses being an Australian screenwriter in 2019 – why writers need to think internationally, practical tips for those starting out, and the pros and cons of SVODs. Pye explains how the showrunner of NCIS: LA Shane Brennan is helping change and educate the local industry, how he believes the term ‘showrunner’ in Australia differs to the US, and even breaks down the difference between a ‘story by’ and ‘written by’ credit. Pye also demystifies the three organisations working behind the scenes to help – the Australian Writers’ Guild, the Authorship Collecting Society AWGACS, and Scripted Ink. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Tim Pye: Australian Writers' Guild

The producer and founder of Practical Pictures, Sheila Hanahan Taylor, on the art of pitching – what to do, what not to do – and how the Australian industry is different to the US.

The producer and founder of Practical Pictures, Sheila Hanahan Taylor, on the art of pitching – what to do, what not to do – and how the Australian industry is different to the US.

The Art of Pitching

Michael Brealey

In his first long-form interview since starting at Screen Australia, Chief Operating Officer Michael Brealey discusses the emergence of streamers, what he's hearing from industry, challenges around regulatory reform, and takeaways from the 2018/19 Drama Report. He also addresses Screen Australia's priorities going forward and why the future is bright for Aussie creatives. Read the full report here. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or Pocket Casts. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

In his first long-form interview since starting at Screen Australia, Chief Operating Officer Michael Brealey discusses the emergence of streamers, what he's hearing from industry, challenges around regulatory reform, and takeaways from the 2018/19 Drama Report. He also addresses Screen Australia's priorities going forward and why the future is bright for Aussie creatives. Read the full report <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/fact-finders/reports-and-key-issues/reports-and-discussion-papers/drama-report" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Michael Brealey: Industry health, change, and the Drama Report

Doc Martin

Dominic Minghella

Writer, producer and showrunner Dominic Minghella (Doc Martin, Knightfall) gives his insight into the highs and lows of creating television in this latest episode from the Screen Australia podcast. Minghella reveals his “radical answer” to how Australians and Brits can compete with global productions, how to stop the brain drain to the US, and how the UK financing model works. *This episode contains some strong language* Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

Writer, producer and showrunner Dominic Minghella (Doc Martin, Knightfall) gives his insight into the highs and lows of creating television in this latest episode from the Screen Australia podcast. Minghella reveals his “radical answer” to how Australians and Brits can compete with global productions, how to stop the brain drain to the US, and how the UK financing model works. *This episode contains some strong language* Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Doc Martin Creator Dominic Minghella

Ladies in Black producers Sue Milliken and Allanah Zitserman break down the financing and distribution of their new feature.

Ladies in Black producers Sue Milliken and Allanah Zitserman break down the financing and distribution of their new feature.

Producing Ladies in Black

Graeme Mason

Screen Australia CEO Graeme Mason discusses Toronto International Film Festival 2019, the six Australian titles that were selected for it, and industry trends. He also gives an overview of television market MIPCOM and provides key pieces of advice for Australians preparing to attend international festivals or markets. For more information, visit: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/festivals-and-markets Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on  iTunes, Stitcher or Pocket Casts.

Screen Australia CEO Graeme Mason discusses Toronto International Film Festival 2019, the six Australian titles that were selected for it, and industry trends. He also gives an overview of television market MIPCOM and provides key pieces of advice for Australians preparing to attend international festivals or markets. For more information, visit: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/festivals-and-markets" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/festivals-and-markets</a> Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>.

Graeme Mason: TIFF, MIPCOM and market prep

Niki Aken

Since starting out as a script assistant on Underbelly: A Tale of Two Cities, television writer  Niki Aken’s career has covered script editing, freelance writing and script producing. Unsure of what any of these roles are? On the latest episode of the Screen Australia podcast, Aken explains the different work out there for television writers who are on the more traditional career progression route (acknowledging that many people are creating their own pathways online).   Aken also gives her top tips for writers starting out and the way the Australian industry could better utilise writers beyond handing in a script. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe Have any feedback? Email us at podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au 

Since starting out as a script assistant on Underbelly: A Tale of Two Cities, television writer <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/the-screen-guide/p/Niki-Aken/33429" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Niki Aken</a>’s career has covered script editing, freelance writing and script producing. Unsure of what any of these roles are? On the latest episode of the Screen Australia podcast, Aken explains the different work out there for television writers who are on the more traditional career progression route (acknowledging that many people are creating their own pathways online). Aken also gives her top tips for writers starting out and the way the Australian industry could better utilise writers beyond handing in a script. Subscribe to Screen News here where you’ll get all the latest features, videos, podcasts and funding announcement delivered straight to your inbox: <a href="http://screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a> Have any feedback? Email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au">podcast@screenaustralia.gov.au</a>

Niki Aken: writing for TV in Australia

Matthew Deaner

The CEO of Screen Producers Australia Matt Deaner discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

The CEO of Screen Producers Australia Matt Deaner discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

Matthew Deaner: Screen Producers Australia

The Heights season 2 script producer/writer Romina Accurso and script editor/writer Hannah Carroll Chapman reveal lessons they learned from soaps like Home and Away, their writing process, advice, and the various roles you might find in a script department. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or Pocket Casts. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

The Heights season 2 script producer/writer Romina Accurso and script editor/writer Hannah Carroll Chapman reveal lessons they learned from soaps like Home and Away, their writing process, advice, and the various roles you might find in a script department. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Plotting and writing 30 episodes of TV

Liz Watts

Hear from Australian producer Liz Watts of Porchlight Films about her career, collaborations and the realities of creating films and TV in 2020. Watts discusses everything from collaborating with Netflix and David Michod on The King, to the impact of Animal Kingdom, streaming True History of the Kelly Gang on Stan, and seeing Cate Shortland leap from independent Australian cinema like Lore to Marvel’s Black Widow. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify or Pocket Casts. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe

Hear from Australian producer Liz Watts of Porchlight Films about her career, collaborations and the realities of creating films and TV in 2020. Watts discusses everything from collaborating with Netflix and David Michod on The King, to the impact of Animal Kingdom, streaming True History of the Kelly Gang on Stan, and seeing Cate Shortland leap from independent Australian cinema like Lore to Marvel’s Black Widow. Subscribe to Screen Australia Podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/screen-australia-podcast/id1342998466?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=167783&amp;refid=asa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5ihHW7xq7LFidpKeNt9c9R" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="http://pca.st/Ywg1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Pocket Casts</a>. Subscribe to the Screen Australia newsletter: <a href="https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/subscribe</a>

Liz Watts: producing features in Australia

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