Funding Amount:
Not specified
Closing Date:
Open year-round. Applications are accepted at any time
Status:
Open – applications accepted at any time
Provider:
VicScreen, Victorian Government
Rounds:
None – Always Open
Location:
VIC
Who Can Apply:
Victorian screen industry creatives, crew, and businesses
Co-contribution Required?
Unspecified by Provider
Purpose and Program Overview
The Industry Development (Skills Development) grant program, administered by VicScreen, supports Victorian key creatives and crew in developing and increasing their practical skills, industry knowledge, and experience. The program aims to build and maintain a skilled and professional screen industry workforce, enabling Victorian companies to source local expertise and grow their businesses.
The program’s total funding pool is not publicly specified, but it aligns with VicScreen’s broader investment in screen content development and production. It fosters innovation in the screen industry by providing opportunities for talent to engage in hands-on learning, contributing to Victoria’s reputation as a global screen destination.
As of August 2025, all Skills Development programs, including Industry Development, are under review, and applications are not being accepted. The program complements other VicScreen initiatives, such as development funding and incentives, to support a sustainable and inclusive screen sector.
Key Grant Details
- Grant amount or funding range: Not specified
- Application open and close dates: Currently under review; applications not being accepted
- Eligible industries or business types: Screen industry organisations and guilds
- Required co-contributions: Not specified
- Location/state/territory applicability: Victoria
Priority Sectors
The program prioritises the screen industry, including film, television, online, games, and virtual reality.
Funding Scope
- Minimum and maximum amounts: Not specified
- Categories or streams of funding:
- Skills development: Conferences, workshops, labs, and screen-related activities
- Capability building: Professional craft and business skills enhancement
- Project timeline or eligible funding duration: Varies by activity
Grant Amount in Total
The full grant amount offered is not specified.
Eligibility Criteria
- Business structure or size: Organisations and guilds in the screen industry
- Registered business location: Victoria
- Minimum/maximum turnover: Not specified
- Insurance or compliance obligations: Not specified
- ABN/GST status: Active ABN required; GST registration if applicable
Eligible Activities and Expenses
- Conferences and workshops for skills development
- Labs for practical industry experience
- Screen-related activities for professional craft enhancement
- Business skills training in film, television, online, games, and virtual reality
Assessment Process
- Competitive or entitlement-based: Competitive
- Key evaluation criteria:
- Project merit and alignment with skills development goals
- Strategic alignment with VicScreen priorities
- Value for money and industry impact
Recent Program Updates
As of August 2025, all Skills Development programs are under review, with applications paused. This follows the 2024-25 guidelines, which supported ongoing skills building. Check the VicScreen website for resumption details. No new funding rounds or eligibility changes have been announced.
Application Tips
- Monitor the VicScreen website for updates on program resumption
- Prepare proposals aligning with the screen industry priorities
- Demonstrate clear skills development outcomes and benefits
- Contact VicScreen managers early to discuss proposals
Where to Get Help
Consider consulting with a professional grant specialist like Pattens Group. We offer initial assessments to review your business’s eligibility and evaluate how well your project aligns with the grant’s objectives. Additional resources and program updates can be found on the VicScreen website.
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