Deadline: 15-Dec-2025

The Northern Territory Government, through Screen Territory, is offering grants to support professional development for mid- and advanced-level screen practitioners. The Industry Partnerships Grants Program funds training, mentorship, seminars, and development initiatives that strengthen the NT screen industry. Eligible NT organizations may apply for up to $15,000 to deliver opportunities that build skills, experience, and industry capacity.

Industry Partnerships Grants Program (Northern Territory): Funding for Screen Practitioner Development

Overview

The Industry Partnerships Grants Program is an initiative of the Northern Territory Government delivered through Screen Territory. It supports professional development programs that help mid- to advanced-level screen practitioners expand their skills, gain mentorship, and participate in targeted training opportunities.

Program Purpose

The grant aims to:

• Strengthen the Northern Territory screen sector

• Support career progression for skilled and creative screen practitioners

• Provide access to high-quality mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals

• Enable NT organizations to run training, seminars, and industry development events

• Address regional skills gaps and foster long-term industry growth

Why It Matters

The NT’s screen industry continues to grow, but gaps remain in advanced training and professional pathways. This program helps:

• Build a sustainable local workforce

• Provide access to national-level expertise without leaving the Territory

• Support creative development and production capability

• Expand career opportunities for Territory filmmakers and digital creators

Who Is Eligible?

Eligible applicants must be Northern Territory–based organizations that are legally constituted. The program accepts applications from:

• NT companies

• NT not-for-profit organizations

• Collectives, consortiums, or collaborative groups (with one lead applicant managing the submission)

The program does not provide direct funding to individuals, but organizations may design programs that benefit individual practitioners.

Funding Available

Organizations may apply for up to $15,000 to support:

• One-off events (e.g., masterclasses, seminars)

• Annual or recurring professional development programs

• Mentorship-driven training initiatives

• Skills development workshops and industry capacity-building activities

Preference is given to initiatives that directly address identified industry needs and provide clear benefit to NT screen practitioners.

What the Program Supports

The program funds activities such as:

• Mentorships with experienced industry professionals

• Advanced technical or creative training

• Workshops or seminars targeting specific screen industry skills

• Programs supporting career growth for mid-level and advanced practitioners

• Training delivered by recognized industry experts

• Sector development initiatives that enhance NT screen capability

How the Program Works

1. Identify a professional development need

   • Determine the skills gap or training opportunity your program will address.

2. Develop a training or event concept

   • Define objectives, participants, mentors, and expected outcomes.

3. Prepare an application

   • Include budgets, timelines, organizational capacity, and program details.

4. Submit the application to Screen Territory

   • Provide all required documentation from the lead organization.

5. Assessment and approval

   • Projects are evaluated on relevance, industry need, feasibility, and benefit to NT practitioners.

6. Deliver the funded activity

   • Implement training or events as agreed and report outcomes to Screen Territory.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Submitting applications without a clear professional development need

• Providing vague budgets or incomplete financial details

• Lacking an experienced facilitator or mentor

• Failing to demonstrate benefit to NT-based mid or advanced practitioners

• Missing required documentation from the lead organization

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Who can apply for the grant?
Only Northern Territory–based, legally constituted organizations, including consortiums with a designated lead applicant.

2. How much funding is available?
Up to $15,000 per project for eligible training or development activities.

3. Can individuals apply?
No. Individuals cannot apply directly, but they may participate in programs delivered by eligible organizations.

4. What types of activities are supported?
Mentorships, professional development workshops, seminars, skills training, and industry development events.

5. Are early-career practitioners eligible to participate?
Yes, but the program prioritizes initiatives that support mid- and advanced-level practitioners.

6. Are organizations outside the NT eligible?
No. Applicants must be located and legally based in the Northern Territory.

7. What determines funding preference?
Initiatives that address defined regional industry needs, have strong delivery plans, and demonstrate clear professional benefits.

Conclusion

The Industry Partnerships Grants Program plays a pivotal role in strengthening the Northern Territory screen industry by supporting advanced professional development opportunities. By funding high-quality training and mentorship initiatives, the program ensures that NT practitioners can expand their skills, grow their careers, and contribute to a more competitive and sustainable local screen sector.

For more information, visit Northern Territory Government.