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World Congress of Science and Factual Producers (WCSFP) 2026

Applications close Monday 14 September, 5pm AWST.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen producers attending WCSFP 2026, taking place in Tallinn, Estonia from 9-12 November.

WCSFP is the pre-eminent annual international event where the factual media community gathers to explore the cutting edge and future trends of how science, history and other content-rich subjects are communicated to a mass audience.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

A set amount of $6,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.

This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  1. Be a Western Australian resident and meet the general eligibility requirements set out in the Screenwest Terms of Trade. 
  2. Hold the underlying rights to at least three strong projects in development with some level of market interest.
  3. Provide a summary of projects being taken to market (including proof of market interest) and a rationale for attending the market.

Applicants are responsible for securing their own event registration.

Screenwest will only fund one person per project/company to attend WCSFP 2026.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Required Reading

Travel Fund

Screenwest provides financial support for Western Australian creatives and digital games developers to attend major national and international screen industry markets, conferences, festivals, and awards. Funding is a contribution toward travel costs to eligible destinations.

Applications are accepted year-round except for highly attended screen industry markets / conferences.

Highly attended markets / conferences are advertised as a competitive funding round due to the volume of applications we receive.

The Eligible Travel Destinations list shows which destinations will be advertised as a competitive funding round.

All travel is undertaken at the applicant’s own risk. Any travel booked or paid for that is subsequently cancelled, or where travel is not undertaken for any reason is not a claimable expense.

As part of your travel planning, you will need to ensure that you follow government mandates under the National Fuel Security Plan.

Screenwest will not reimburse any associated costs with travel not undertaken.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Required Reading

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Content London

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen producers attending Content London 2026, taking place in the United Kingdom from 30 November to 3 December.

Content London is a world leading development marketplace and conference. It attracts more than 3,000 leading content executives from all over the world, with a focus on creating fresh partnerships around the most progressive ideas and initiatives. It takes place across five venues in London, with a development marketplace, conference, screenings and networking events.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

A set amount of $6,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.

This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.

Eligibility 

Applicants must:

  • Be a Western Australian resident and meet the general eligibility requirements set out in the Screenwest Terms of Trade. 
  • Hold the underlying rights to at least three strong projects in development with some level of market interest.
  • Provide a summary of projects being taken to market (including proof of market interest) and a rationale for attending the market.

Applicants are responsible for securing their own event registration.

Screenwest will only fund one person per project / company to attend Content London 2026.

Screenwest will not fund an applicant who has received travel support from Screen Australia’s Content London travel round.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Required Reading

MIPCOM

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen producers attending MIPCOM 2026, taking place in Cannes, France from 12 -15 October.

MIPCOM is the gateway to the global content and media business where studios, platforms, broadcasters, creators, brands and AI innovators choose to meet each year.

As the industry reshapes, MIPCOM is where these shifts become business – forming partnerships, unlocking new revenue and developing the next generation of content.

Anchored by the world’s leading studios and distributors, at the heart of it all is storytelling – how it is created, financed, distributed and experienced across every screen.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

A set amount of $6,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.

This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Hold the underlying rights to at least three strong projects in development with some level of market interest.
  • Provide a summary of projects being taken to market (including proof of market interest) and a rationale for attending the market.

Applicants are responsible for securing their own event registration.

Screenwest will only fund one person per project / company to attend MIPCOM 2026.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Required Reading

Australian Children's Content Summit (ACCS) 2026

Applications closed.

To Note: The Screenwest Terms of Trade effective 1 July 2026 apply to this funding round.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen practitioners attending the Australian Children’s Content Summit (ACCS) taking place on the Coffs Harbour, 24 – 27 August 2026.

  • A set amount of $2,500 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

All travel is undertaken at the applicant’s own risk. Any travel booked or paid for that is subsequently cancelled, or where travel is not undertaken for any reason is not a claimable expense. Screenwest will not reimburse any costs associated with travel not undertaken.

Required Reading

Terms of Trade

Melbourne International Games Week 2026

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen practitioners attending the Melbourne International Games Week (MIGW) taking place across venues in the Melbourne CBD, 2 – 11 October 2026.

  • A set amount of $2,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • Additionally, up to four special grants of $3,000 are available for WA developers exhibiting at PAX Aus this year to help WA devs showcase their games at the largest games consumer event in Australia. Proof of booking for a booth or display area at a showcase event is required as part of this application.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

All travel is undertaken at the applicant’s own risk. Any travel booked or paid for that is subsequently cancelled, or where travel is not undertaken for any reason is not a claimable expense. Screenwest will not reimburse any costs associated with travel not undertaken.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be a Western Australian resident and meet the general eligibility requirements set out in the Screenwest Terms of Trade.

Applicants will be responsible for purchasing their registration to attend GCAP, PAX Aus or any other event.

Screenwest will only fund one person per project / company to attend Melbourne International Games Week.

How to Apply

  • Applications can be made through Screenwest’s SmartyGrants portal.
  • Applications will be assessed against the criteria as outlined within the Travel Fund Guidelines.

Applications for Melbourne International Games Week have closed.

Guidelines

Required Reading

MIFF PostScript&Direct and 37 South Market 2026

Applications closed.

Screenwest will open a competitive travel round to support WA screen practitioners attending the Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) 37South Market, taking place in Victoria from 6 – 9 August 2026.

  • A set amount of $2,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • Applicants must supply evidence of official selection from MIFF to be eligible for travel funding.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

All travel is undertaken at the applicant’s own risk. Any travel booked or paid for that is subsequently cancelled, or where travel is not undertaken for any reason is not a claimable expense.

As part of your travel planning, you will need to ensure that you follow government mandates under the National Fuel Security Plan.

Screenwest will not reimburse any associated costs with travel not undertaken.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.

Required Reading

Annecy International Animation Film Market (Mifa) 2026

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA animation producers attending the Annecy International Animation Film Market (MIFA) 2026, taking place in Annecy, France from 23 – 26 June 2026.

Ausfilm in partnership with Screenwest, will be leading a delegation of Australian animation companies and hosting an Australian stand at MIFA 2026 to showcase Australia’s animation sector.

  • A set amount of $6,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

All travel is undertaken at the applicant’s own risk. Any travel booked or paid for that is subsequently cancelled, or where travel is not undertaken for any reason is not a claimable expense. Screenwest will not reimburse any costs associated with travel not undertaken.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.

Required Reading

Gamescom 2026

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA digital games practitioners attending Gamescom 2026, taking place in Cologne, Germany from 26 – 30 August 2026.

  • A set amount of $6,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

All travel is undertaken at the applicant’s own risk. Any travel booked or paid for that is subsequently cancelled, or where travel is not undertaken for any reason is not a claimable expense. Screenwest will not reimburse any costs associated with travel not undertaken.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.

Required Reading

Marché du Film 2026 in Cannes

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen practitioners attending the Marché du Film 2026 taking place in Cannes, France 12 – 23 May 2026.

  • A set amount of $6,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.

Required Reading

SPA Screen Forever Conference 2026

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen practitioners attending the SPA Screen forever Conference 2026 taking place on the Gold Coast 28 – 30 April 2026.

  • A set amount of $2,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

  • Successful applicants will receive a discount code for event registration. Screenwest will not be responsible for purchasing/obtaining registration(s) for practitioners.
  • At registration applicants are recommended to apply for the SPA In Person: Matched Market Meetings.
  • Selected applicants will also receive and invite to participate in the one-day course, Taking Your Project to Market.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.

Required Reading

Australian International Documentary Conference (AIDC) 2026

Applications closed.

Screenwest has opened a competitive travel round to support WA screen practitioners attending the Australian International Documentary Conference (AIDC), taking place in the Melbourne from 2 – 5 March 2026.

  • A set amount of $2,000 to assist with flights, accommodation and registration will be provided. A budget is not required as part of the application.
  • This is a competitive round and only a limited number of practitioners will be supported.
  • Screenwest recognises the work that goes into the preparation and submission of applications. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback on individual applications.

WA First Nations practitioners and WA practitioners from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Guidelines

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants Portal during the submission period.

Required Reading

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