Island Screen Incentive TAS

About this grant

This program provides funding to attract non-Tasmanian screen productions to film in Tasmania.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• The island screen incentive is designed to attract non-tasmanian screen productions to film in the state. it encourages expenditure in the tasmanian economy and drives employment and skills development in the tasmanian industry, while highlighting the tasmanian landscapes, built heritage and lifestyle around the country and the world.
• Applications will be accepted from australian companies that meet the criteria outlined in the
• General guidelines and terms of trade
• Additionally, the project must:
• Be a live action screen production
• Be either factual (including documentary and reality) or scripted
• Be a feature film (60-minute minimum) or a series with at least 30-minute episodes
• Expend at least aud$1.5 million as tasmanian spend
• Be substantially based in tasmania (i.e. minimum 10 days’ filming)
• Have marketplace attachment to secure public release.
• Concessional loans for small, fast growing nt businesses
• Financial assistance to wa businesses in the defence sector
• Funding for employers of people registered with a disability employment service provider

What the funding covers

• Funding up to $500K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/island-screen-incentive-tas for application details

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