
Resources
Resources & Tutorials
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Screen Australia
Tips on screenwriting, budgeting, and production
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AFTRS
Workshops, tutorials, and filmmaking advice
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FilmFreeway
Best practices for submitting your films to festivals
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StudioBinder
Video production planning, tutorials, and tips
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No Film School
A free community with filmmaking guides
Scriptwriting & Storytelling
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The Script Lab
Breakdowns of structure and character development
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BBC Writers' Room
Read professional screenplays for inspiration
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Celtx
An intuitive scriptwriting tool with templates
Production & Technical Skills
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FilmRiot
DIY filmmaking techniques, tutorials, and more
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RocketJump
Practical filmmaking tutorials and behind-the-scenes
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DSLRguide
Low-budget filmmaking tutorials, tips and tricks
Sound & Editing
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DaVinci Resolve
Professional-level editing software by Blackmagic Design
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Free Music Archive
Royalty-free (copyright-free) music for your film
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Epidemic Sound
A music and sound effects catalogue
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Audacity
Edit and clean up your film’s audio easily
Casting & Acting
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Casting Networks
Find and cast actors for your short film
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StarNow
A platform for connecting with actors and crew
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Talent Releases
Learn how to create a talent release form (StudioBinder)
Funding & Grants
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Australia Youth Film Festival (AUYFF) Fund
Funding for students
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Screen Australia
Funding for emerging filmmakers by Screen Australia
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Cultural Fund
Australian crowdfunding for creatives