Get a rare insider view of what commissioners are actively looking for — the stories, genres and formats currently in demand. This panel gives key creatives direct access to decision-makers, offering a unique opportunity to hear firsthand what it takes to get your project noticed and considered for funding or commissioning. 

Learn how to turn ideas into revenue. This panel covers distribution, commercialisation and marketing with a focus on: 

• securing private investment
• identifying and reaching your audience 
• overcoming career roadblocks 
• structuring deals to maximise financial impact 

There’s often a gap between pitching an idea and successfully making and distributing it. Gain practical strategies to secure funding, distribute your work and generate income on the back end of your projects. 

Pitch-ready producers will share what they’re looking for and how emerging screen creatives can collaborate with established production companies. Even the best ideas often struggle to get traction without the right production partner—this panel connects the region to producers who are genuinely open to co-productions and new voices. 

North Queensland has a long history of independent storytelling and alternative thinking. Indie features and impact documentaries are increasingly shaping the global conversation. This panel explores how practitioners can take their ideas from the region to the world stage, covering funding, production and international reach. 

Go behind the scenes with two of Australia’s leading screenwriters. Hear their career journeys, learn from the pitfalls they’ve navigated and gain insights on writing specifically for regional stories.