Creative Workshop: Make Your First Short Film

About

This workshop is designed to demystify the process of turning an idea into a finished film.

Through real-world examples, film clips and guided discussion, participants will explore the key stages of filmmaking, from developing a strong story concept through to planning, shooting, editing and sharing a completed work.

Please note: This is an introductory workshop and participants will not be filming or producing a completed short film during the session.

About the facilitator

Katharine Rogers is an award-winning writer and director who has worked in the Australian screen industry for 20 years. Her films have screened at more than 40 festivals worldwide, received US cinema distribution and featured on Virgin In-Flight Entertainment.

Katharine spent five years as a Digital Producer at the ABC, where she created the hit Story Salad podcast and wrote, produced and directed content for broadcast, ABC iview and ABC Kids. She has also taught and mentored emerging filmmakers through AFTRS, Bus Stop Films, JMC Academy, Women in Film and Television Australia and SXSW Sydney.

In 2026, Katharine wrote and directed her fifth short film, STIMMING. She is also the author of the children’s picture book Cockatoo Magic, published in 2022

We aim to deliver inclusive and accessible events. If you would like to attend this event and you have any access or communication requirements, please contact us at [email protected] or on 9391 7100.