Screenwest is proud to announce that applications are open for the Bill Warnock Talent Accelerator. Named in honour of award-winning Western Australian author and writer Bill Warnock, this new year-long skills development program will see an early-to-mid career WA screenwriter accelerate their career by:

• Expanding their creative development skills and industry experience.
• Bridging the gap between their ideas and the market.
• Growing their industry contacts.

Screenwest will offer up to $100,000 for the year–long opportunity, comprised of $80,000 for professional skills development and $20,000 for project development.

The writer may choose to undertake a series of bespoke activities or secure an exceptional placement opportunity with a reputable at-arms-length company / provider which may include hands-on writing experience or high-level industry mentoring.

This initiative has a two-stage application and assessment process. The first stage invites applicants to express their interest by submitting an outline of the proposed professional development activities or placement opportunity. Expressions of interest will be shortlisted and shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit additional materials.

Screenwest encourages applications from First Nations Australians and people from historically underrepresented groups.

How to Apply 

The application deadline is Monday, 5 August 2024 at 5:00pm AWST.

Applications will be accepted through the Screenwest SmartyGrants portal.

The full guidelines, application materials and eligibility criteria are available on the Special Initiatives page of the Screenwest website.

Program Contacts

Anastasia Lambetsos, Special Initiatives Program Manager
Screenwest
T: +61 8 6169 2126
E: anastasia.lambetsos@screenwest.com.au

Perun Bonser, First Nations Executive
Screenwest
T: +61 8 6169 2112
E: perun.bonser@screenwest.com.au

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