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Darwin, Gold Coast, Hobart and Launceston - SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY! Bus Stop Films is thrilled to announce we have received philanthropic support to offer a limited number of full or partial scholarships to applicants of our Accessible Filmmaking Program. This is an incredible opportunity to ensure our community in these locations have a chance to be a part of the Program and grow their confidence, skills and build new relationships. Visit the link: https://lnkd.in/gkHJPGME Scholarship recipients must meet the selection criteria. We will announce recipients by January 18th. I/D: A young man wearing black staring through a film camera. The words: "Scholarship Giveaway, *For select locations only: Darwin, Gold Coast, Hobart, Launceston. Applications close January 15th," in white text on a blue background below. #InclusiveFilmmaking

NDIS Support Session. Navigating the NDIS can be a challenge — but we are here to help! Join us this Wednesday at 6 PM for a super helpful session. Meet our new Support and Engagement Manager Tammy Mills, Tammy is bringing 20 years of community services experience to Bus Stop Films to help you have choice and control over your NDIS plan. 🎥✨ RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gRxjyhX2 ID: Flyer promoting a free online Zoom session about NDIS and Accessible Filmmaking, featuring date, time, and Bus Stop Films branding.

"I have worked on two feature films and on the set of Neighbours!" Melbourne Ambassador Rhys shares the opportunities and achievements Bus Stop Films has helped create for him over the years- to many more Rhys, to many more! 🥂 Visit the website to enrol today. #Inclusivefilmmaking

"I am so passionate about filmmaking." Behind the camera, in front of the camera, Bus Stop Films OG and Ambassador is always the star. 🌟 Enrol today, join the family. #Inclusivefilmmaking 

Participant Spotlight - Ellen Maher ⚡ Ellen is a spark of energy, awesome dancer and gymnast and has the warmest smile. Let's see how she joined Bus Stop Films. I joined BSF to learn more things, because I had left school and wanted to keep learning. My friend Ashley was already doing Bus Stop Films, and she made me excited about doing it when I turned 18. In the seven years I have been a BSF student, I have learnt how to use different equipment, how films are made from start to finish, the importance of being on time, being prepared to do a whole day of filming, being part of a crew, more about how to work with people, more confident to stand up for myself if someone makes me feel uncomfortable, how much fun it is to work in a group, a sense of belonging, the importance of writing down notes on the film set, a sense of satisfaction to see my class film from start to finish. The most important thing I have learned is that everyone has a different story, and that there are different ways of telling it e.g. through dance I have improved in my story telling. When I first started 7 years ago, I wasn't that confident to make suggestions when my class was developing a script. Now I am. My favourite project that I have worked on is 'Look the Part'. I loved being in front of the camera, and acting with Peaches, my fairy godmother. It was so much fun! I would love to be able to be involved in film making forever, and BSF has shown me that I can be involved. I love being a part of a group of people who are all different. We all have different stories to tell, and I love that our films tell some of those stories. I love seeing people with different abilities on tv and in movies. Image Description: woman dancing against media wall Image 2: first image 2 people giving thumbs up against a media wall. Second image 2 people at a wall. Third image woman in red dress smiling and dancing.

What a 2024, bring on 2025! 🥳 So much to celebrate in 2024 including over 20 short films produced, new program locations, new looks and designs, expos and events, and of course, the inaugral Driving Change: Disability Employment Summit. And 2025 is going to be even BIGGER! Happy New Year! With love from the Bus Stop Films team. 🩵 #InclusiveFilmmaking 

What a year it's been Bus Stop Films! 💖 From launching new locations on the Gold Coast and Coffs Harbour to creating opportunities in LA during Oscars buzz, we've been on a roll! 🌟 ✨ Highlights of 2024: Expanding inclusive filmmaking programs nationwide. Empowering careers with Bus Stop Employment. Hosting Driving Change, our first-ever Disability Employment Summit. Showcasing 20 new films on our national tour! Thank YOU for making it all possible. 2025 is set to be even bigger and better—stay tuned for more inclusive filmmaking magic! 🚀 Image Description: Top Image: Celebrating success in Hollywood with our incredible Bus Stop Films team. Inclusivity and creativity shining bright! 🌟 2️⃣ Middle Image: Cheers to a year of achievements with our wonderful supporters and team at our showcase events. 🥂 3️⃣ Bottom Images: Left: Celebrating inclusivity and innovation at the Driving Change Summit. 🚀 Middle: Friends and filmmakers creating magic together. 🎥 Right: Behind the scenes with our talented crew on set. 🎬

"We are perfect the way we are." Adelaide ambassador Darby shares some truth bombs. 🧡 Enrolments are still open- choose your city. #Inclusivefilmmaking

Participant Spotlight Nathan Basha ⚡ Nathan has been part of Bus Stop Films for 10 years! Let's hear what Nathan has to say about Bus Stop Films From a very young age, I have always been passionate about movies and wanted to make films. So, when an opportunity came up to learn more about how films are made, I was all in. When I first started, it was just a small class of us. As you'll hear tonight from the representation, we have from NSW its grown and Bus Stop Films is now all over Australia! Bus Stop Films has enhanced my filmmaking skills, expertise and knowledge and supported me in getting employment opportunities in the film industry. This has included work experience on Hollywood blockbusters, directing short films and being a co-producer on future film projects. There is a lot of behind the scenes work to make a short film. From all the creative ideas being shared by students, to working out what type of film genre we want to make and then working out the different steps that it takes to make a film. This includes, directing producing, set design, casting, actors, cameramen, a budget, location, make-up and hair, costumes, editing and cutting the film. You name it and we have had students in these different roles and being part of the film making process. My personal favourite part is being able to Direct. I love Directing and it’s a great way to be able to work closely with everyone and be the lead in how the film is made and what gets to be included and what needs to be taken out! I am passionate about inclusion and diversity and filmmaking is such a great way to ensure all voices are seen as equal and the stories of the untold are told and brought to life. Image Description: 4 photos first photo man at lectern with suit. Second photo man outside Fox studio's sign. Third photo man in classroom and last photo two people talking and holding script.

Have you seen Headliners? Musician and inclusion advocate Elly-May Barnes forms two bands entirely composed of musicians with disabilities. Our amazing Employment Trainer and Assessor Seema who was the onset support worker for the cast and crew. Catch up on Headliners on abciview Did you know Bus Stop Employment offers a support service for cast and crew. Get in touch with us to have a chat employment@busstopfilms.com.au Image Description: Top photo: Six people, including one in a wheelchair, stand on a stage with musical equipment and stained glass windows in the background. Bottom photo: Another group of six people, including one in a wheelchair, poses in a cozy studio with records on the wall and musical equipment.