The Department of Tourism and Culture invites applications for Screen Territory’s 2017-18 Grants Round 3 opening today, Monday 19 February and closing Monday 19 March 2018.

The Northern Territory Government’s additional funding support for Screen Territory of $9 million for 2016-2020 includes increased allocations for story development, production funding, career development and industry support.

The Northern Territory Government is committed to the development and support of the screen industry and the Northern Territory Government is proud to have contributed to the success of many award winning Territory films.

Round Three will be specifically assessing applications for both story development and production finance.

Story development programs aim to help NT screen practitioners demonstrate their talent and build their capacity by supporting the development of distinctive Territory screen stories that are capable of reaching and engaging audiences.

The story development program structure includes;
- up to $5000 for seed development for emerging NT practitioners, and
- up to $20,000 in project development for experienced NT resident producers, writers and directors.

Production finance includes Screen Territory contributing to the production finance of screen projects which feature significant Northern Territory content in order to build the capacity of the Territory industry as well as raise the profile of the Territory and Territory storytelling.

Base funding of up to $20,000 or up to 10 per cent of the projects expenditure in the NT is available.

In addition there is a call for nominations for the annual Bob Plasto Screen Award. The Bob Plasto Screen Award honours the achievements of a Territorian who has made an outstanding contribution to the screen industry in the Northern Territory.

The nominated person will have achieved outstanding success, critical acclaim on single or multiple productions, in any crew or support role, or provided significant support to the industry over time. 

The Award is named in honour of the late Bob Plasto who made 75 documentaries in his distinguished career.

Key dates:
Round 3 Opens: Monday 19 February 2018
Round 3 Closes: Monday 19 March 2018

Information on the funding guidelines and application process can be found at screenterritory.nt.gov.au/funding

Media Contact: Department of Tourism and Culture – 0428 052 647