Springboard: Screen Australia funds all five projects for production

After developing their shorts in the Springbroad program, some teams are funded for production, while others have to deal with rejection. This year, all five shorts are being supported. Is Scroz givin
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After developing their shorts in the Springbroad program, some teams are funded for production, while others have to deal with rejection. This year, all five shorts are being supported. Is Scroz giving up on the competitive approach?

No, says Martha Coleman, architect of the scheme and head of development at Screen Australia. “I am not a fan of bullpen development. I find it a negative concept, to be honest.”

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David Tiley was the Editor of Screenhub from 2005 until he became Content Lead for Film in 2021 with a special interest in policy. He is a writer in screen media with a long career in educational programs, documentary, and government funding, with a side order in script editing. He values curiosity, humour and objectivity in support of Australian visions and the art of storytelling.