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Mental health for creative people: five tips to thrive
Aimee Davies, founder of The Hey Mate Project, understands the unique mental health challenges for those in the arts and…

Screen Australia and ABC announce 2023 Fresh Blood recipients
Fresh Blood sees ten creative teams getting a new comedy series funded, with the hopes of being selected to make…

Why I studied … Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production
Emerging screen producer Faraz Anarwala talks about studying at AFTRS and specialising in Production Design, Sound and Cinematography.

Want to be an actor? Aaron Walton says 'make your own work'
Acting is just standing around pretending, right? Not so, says Aaron Walton, about a craft that is more complicated than…

How to find an arts or screen mentor – and make the most of it when you do
From structured programs to coffee dates with mates, how do you find the right mentor and get the most out…

Natalie Miller Fellowship Catalyst Grant recipients named
The NMF has awarded first-ever grants to the tune of $5k to five women in the Australian screen industry.

Creatives with ADHD: how a coach can help
Artists and creatives with ADHD need particular kinds of support to thrive. Creative coach Briony Kidd knows the challenges first-hand…

Ten tips for creating a web series that cuts through the noise
Be bold, grab attention and ask for help. Good advice on making web series from writers and producers Amanda Reedy…

Why I’m studying… Game Design and Production at UniSA
Third-year student Emily Brown talks about her passion for 3D modelling, her pathway to study and advice for other students.

10 top tips on how to make your own movie
Former Director of South Seas Film School, producer, director and self-confessed movie nut, Adam Fresco offers a hands-on guide to…