APPLICATIONS FOR THIS PROGRAM ARE NOW CLOSED

Presented in partnership with The Mercury and the Australian Film Television and Radio School, ActNow Theatre is offering a FREE filmmaking intensive for our communities.

The Introduction to Filmmaking Intensive is a unique opportunity for South Australians to learn from leading industry experts about filmmaking; including practical filmmaking skills and an overview of different career pathways into the industry. 

This program is ideal for anyone curious about film — whether you're a film lover wanting to learn how movies are made, or someone considering a career in film but unsure where to begin.

Successful participants will attend a series of workshops, seminars and an industry panel. Valued at over $500 per person, the Introduction to Filmmaking Intensive is FREE and available to people who identify as First Nations, POC, CALD, LGBTQIAP+, Disabled or Neurodivergent.

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for this program you must identify as either:

• First Nations

• Person of Colour (POC)

• Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD)

• LGBTQIAP+

• Disabled or Neurodivergent

PROGRAM OUTLINE

Welcome event
Thursday June 5th
6:30 - 9:30pm
ActNow Theatre

Intensive Day 1: The Mercury’s Crew
Launch Lab
Saturday June 14th
10am - 4pm
The Mercury

Intensive Day 2: Writing for screen
and producing (Topic subject to change)
Saturday June 21st
10am - 4pm
The Mercury

Intensive Day 3: Filming and editing (Topic subject to change)
Saturday June 28th
10am - 4pm
The Mercury

Industry night + Panel discussion
Tuesday July 1st
6:30pm - 9:30pm
The Mercury

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS PROGRAM ARE NOW CLOSED

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