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22 May, 2024 – Screenworks today announced some of the guest speakers for its popular Regional to Global Screen Forum which will be held in Lennox Head, NSW 31 July – 2 August 2024.
With three days of engaging and highly practical sessions, one-on-one meetings and networking activities, Screenworks’ Regional To Global Screen Forum will provide opportunities for all who attend to connect with industry decision-makers and influencers in a relaxed beachside setting.
Renowned Indigenous writer/director Jon Bell and producer Mitchell Stanley will be joining the forum to talk about the making of the horror film The Moogai, which has screened at Sundance and SXSW and is programmed for the Sydney Film Festival.
Producer of the critically acclaimed SBS drama Swift Street, Lois Randall and her team discuss the process of discovering the people and the story that brought about the ‘fresh, bingeable crime series’. Lois is an award winning producer whose credits include Black Snow, Seriously Red and Sea Change.
Five-time AACTA Award winning writer and producer Adam Zwar who recently created the popular Channel 10 comedy Mr Black and also co-created the comedy series Squinters, Lowdown and Wilfred will share his insights on a career as a regional-based writer.
Damon Gameau (2040, That Sugar Film) and Anna Kaplan are co- founders of Regen Studios and work with philanthropists to build impact campaigns. They will reveal how they use storytelling to activate audiences.
The impressive line up of key decision makers speaking at Screenworks Regional to Global Screen Forum also includes Chief Content Officer for Hoodlum, Tracey Vieira, Commissioning Editor for ABC Documentary and Factual, Kalita Corrigan, Commissioning Editor for ABC Scripted, Rebecca Anderson , Co-Founder and Producer at Arcadia Films, Lisa Shaunessy, Head of Development at Paramount ANZ, Yeesum Lo, and Scripted Development Executive at BINGE & Foxtel Group, Isabella Torv.
Netflix has sponsored the Opening Night Drinks and Media Super has sponsored a morning tea, both these occasions provide great social opportunities for forming creative connections that could lead to something fruitful.
Screenworks CEO Lisa O’Meara said, “We look forward to the conversations, insights and opportunities this lineup of industry leaders and professionals will bring through Regional to Global. With such a broad range of experts in one intimate location, this year’s event provides something for everyone’s interests.
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