Updated documentary guidelines with increase to funding cap and expanded incentives – effective 1 July, 2025.
After extensive consultation, Screenwest has updated its documentary production funding guidelines.
After extensive consultation, Screenwest has updated its documentary production funding guidelines.
The total funding cap for documentary projects has now increased to $400,000, thanks to a broadened incentive framework. Other changes have been made so if you are looking to apply to this fund, please ensure you have read the updated guidelines.
Screenwest Documentary Executive Melissa Hayward said the updates have been designed to better reflect creative contributions, increase access and strengthen Western Australia’s factual storytelling.
Click here to read the updated guidelines. For further information, please reach out to Documentary Executive Melissa Hayward.
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