CrewCon, Australia’s largest gathering of film, television, and production freelancers, will be held on September 6th and 7th.
Following its inaugural online event in 2023, this year’s conference will embrace a hybrid format, offering both in-person and virtual experiences to foster community and professional development among freelance crew.
The 2024 CrewCon will kick off with a live event hub at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School (AFTRS) in Sydney on Friday evening, September 6th. A “State of the Industry” panel including representatives from key industry organisations will be followed by and in-person networking event focusing on opportunities for below-the-line professionals, presented by CrewHQ and AFTRS.
The opening night panel will be live-streamed to satellite events in capital cities and select regional hubs across Australia, allowing crew members nationwide to connect and engage in person. Satellite events will take place in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth, with more to be announced.
On Saturday, September 7th, the conference will continue online, replicating the successful structure of last year’s offering with four simultaneous streams. The content is designed to cater to all levels of experience, from newcomers to established crew. Attendees can look forward to panels, mini masterclasses, and open forum discussions addressing key issues relevant to below-the-line crew, as well as technical showcases from prominent Heads of Department.
“After receiving such amazing feedback from last year’s attendees, CrewHQ is excited to present the second iteration of CrewCon, partnering with fantastic screen organisations across the country to reach even more crew,” says Kirsty Stark, Emmy Award-winning Producer and CrewCon Conference Director. “Our goal is to provide actionable career advice for crew at all levels, establish new connections, and facilitate meaningful conversations that will drive our industry forward.”
CrewCon 2024 is proudly supported by Major Government Partner Screen Australia, alongside Screen Queensland and the Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS), alongside local satellite event partners across the country, including Griffith Film School in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and The Mercury in Adelaide.
Screen Australia COO Grainne Brunsdon said, “Screen Australia is committed to helping foster long-term career opportunities for crew to advance their skills and capitalise on the scope of production taking place across the country. We’re thrilled to support this national event, which will play an important role in upskilling local crew and supporting sustainable careers.”
“At AFTRS, we’re dedicated to addressing skills gaps and training the crews that ensure the Australia screen industry punches above its weight,” said Robbie Miles, Head of Industry & Alumni Engagement at AFTRS. “We are delighted to host CrewCon, provide a forum to foster professional opportunities, and help build a thriving crew community nationwide – Let’s see what connections the conference ignites!”
Screen Queensland’s CEO, Jacqui Feeney is delighted to support CrewCon for another year through its Screen Culture Fund.
“Screen Queensland is committed to strengthening opportunities for emerging and established crew in Queensland and recognise the importance of networks that can come from CrewCon 2024 via the in-person and online events in Queensland.
“This initiative proactively builds out in-demand screen industry skills while fostering inclusion by enabling online learning for participants to reach the next level in their careers.”
Friday 6th September – Opening Night In Person Events
(also available to stream online for regional crew)
● 5pm – 8:30pm – Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne
● 4:30pm – 8pm – Adelaide
● 5:30pm – 9pm – Perth (time-delayed event stream)
Saturday 7th September – Online
● 9:30am – 5pm – Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne
● 9am – 4:30pm – Adelaide
● 7:30am – 3pm – Perth
links to content on ABC
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