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The Rise of the Australian Showrunner

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As the role of ‘The Showrunner’ becomes increasingly pivotal in global television, Australia is seeing a rise in the need for a creative who can shape and steer some of the country’s most exciting television. Whether you're an aspiring showrunner, a fan of Australian television, or simply curious about the creative process, this is your chance to learn from some of the best in the business. 


Join Hannah Carroll Chapman (Heartbreak High), Tig Terera (Swift Street), and Anya Beyersdorf (Fake) as they compare how their roles differ across projects, how it translates across genres and share their experiences writing, on-set and post-production as the role of ‘The Showrunner’ is evolving in Australia.

Featuring
Anya Beyersdorf
Hannah Carroll Chapman
Thursday, 6 February 2025
2:30 pm

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