Shark Island Foundation

Four development grants for feature-length documentary projects (75 mins+) in development, including participation in a four-day creative residency at Shark Island Kangaroo Valley. Projects must be character-driven, have a distinctive point of view, creative vision, clear artistic style, and potential to shift thinking. Applications are made through AIDC’s Cut to the Chase program.

Funding for documentary films at pre-production, production, or post-production stage. Key requirements include footage (concept reel, character compile, or rough cut), a 1-2 page proposal, other funding sources or a strategy for attracting funding, and a clear audience/impact plan. Applications are accepted on a year-round basis.

Funding for documentary films at the post-production stage, with a preference for films previously supported by a Production grant. Requires a rough cut, a known pathway to audience, partnerships in place, and a realistic and targeted outreach plan. Grants may also be offered to a film’s key partner organisation. Applications are accepted on a year-round basis.

Funding for early-stage documentary development - script, research, concept development

Funding for documentary production/filming

Funding for documentary outreach and impact campaigns