Special Initiatives - Creative Producer Scheme (CPS)

CPS funding is available for emerging Tasmanian producers to develop a slate of projects including: feature film; television drama; documentary; animation; digital media projects.

Aim of the program

This program recognises that skilled creative producers are a vital part of a successful and dynamic screen industry. It also identifies the high costs associated with the development process and aims to provide ongoing financial support, professional development opportunities, formal training and mentoring to producers as they develop a slate of projects over a three-year period. This program is intended to give Tasmanian producers the skills to produce content of an international standard that is competitive in the marketplace. It is expected that by the end of the third year each producer will have advanced at least one major project into production.

About the program

Funding is available for up to three emerging independent Tasmanian producers over a three-year period, to support producers while they develop a slate of projects and advance their skills as industry practitioners. Candidates will be required to undertake a program of professional development modules proposed by the candidate and approved by Screen Tasmania. Candidates will be matched with a highly experienced mentor producer. Throughout the three years, mentors will provide guidance through direct meetings, via email, and will facilitate introductions to relevant industry agencies, practitioners, financiers and distributors.
Successful candidates will be required to enter into a contract with Screen Tasmania confirming their commitment to undertake the three year program and produce at least one significant project in Tasmania.

Who can apply

All applicants and projects must meet the General Eligibility Criteria, in addition to the following:

  • Tasmanian Producers with at least two produced and screened credits as a producer which may include:
    • short film
    • television drama
    • documentary
    • a form of narrative based digital media
  • Alternatively applicants should be able to demonstrate a body of work in a related area such as theatre, or project/production management, or in another discipline such as editing and who are able to demonstrate a commitment to a professional career as a producer in the screen industry.
  • Applicants must commit to working in Tasmania and producing at least one major project in Tasmania.

Closing deadline

5pm, 5 May 2008

This program is currently closed for applications.

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

For more information click the following:

Development Budgets
Definitions
Indigenous Film Protocols (PDF)
Funding Information and Conditions