Practitioner Development - Attachments

Funding for attachments is available to Tasmanian practitioners.

Aim of the program

A highly skilled workforce is fundamental to a successful screen industry. This program acknowledges the value of hands-on production experience and the value of experiential learning under the guidance of more experienced practitioners. It also aims to support the building of industry networks and relationships in a practical working environment. Attachments are designed to assist practitioners with demonstrated skills and commitment in their chosen field to advance their career and develop their technical, creative or craft skills.

About the program

Funding is available for practitioners to work closely with a more experienced practitioner, either on a production or within an organisation.

An attachment may take many forms and involve feature films, documentaries, television drama, animation, visual effects, digital media. The length of the attachment may vary depending on the length of the production or the agreed period negotiated for the attachment. Practitioners may apply directly to Screen Tasmania with a proposal to undertake an attachment or they may register on the Screen Tasmania Attachment Database in which case they will automatically be considered for attachments on inbound productions and during the development phase where the project is not originated in Tasmania by Tasmanian residents.

Types of attachments and funding available:

  • Mentor attachment - Funding is available to both the mentor and attachee, both of which is payable to the applicant for disbursement
  • Project Development attachment - Where Screen Tasmania has funded Project Development on a non-Tasmanian project. Funding is available for the Tasmanian attachee in the form of a grant payable to the attachee directly
  • Production attachment - Funding is available for the attachee only

Attachments may include:

  • directing
  • producing
  • script editing
  • Head of Department (HOD) positions – Director of Photography (DOP), production design, continuity, sound recording, editing, sound design, visual effects, animation, digital media for cross platform or interactive distribution.

Who can apply

All applicants must meet Screen Tasmania's general eligibility criteria.
Tasmanian Practitioners must have a demonstrated track record in their chosen area of expertise or in a related field of expertise, with a mix of formal training, experience and/or production credits.
There must be a demonstrated commitment to a professional career in the screen industry.
Attachments may not replace a paid existing crew position.

Closing deadline

No closing date. Assessment is ongoing.

For full details download the guidelines, cover page.

Click here to download the application form.

You must consult with a Project Officer before submitting an application.

For initial enquiries about Screen Tasmania’s funding programs and initiatives, and for application forms and guidelines contact:
Project Manager
Ph: (03) 6233 6995
Email the Project Manager

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