Content London Catalyst Program 2025

WIFT Australia is proud to announce the launch of the Content London Catalyst Program 2025, a new professional development initiative supporting early to mid-career producers to expand their international networks and market experience through attendance at Content London, one of the world’s leading global TV and film markets.

Taking place from 1 - 4 December with registration and opening party and screening on December 1, Content London attracts more than 3000 leading content executives from all over the world, with a focus on creating fresh partnerships around the most progressive ideas and initiatives

WIFT Australia's delegation will be led by respected UK-based industry consultants Julia Short and David Swetman and will depart Australia on 29 November 2025, returning 5 December 2025.

Up to four emerging-to-mid career producers selected for the program will receive:

• Registration for Content London 2025 (valued at $2,200AUD)

• Market preparation and mentorship Julia and David before the trip

• Support and guidance on the ground in London from Julia, David and WIFT Australia Chair Leanne Tonkes

• Assistance with coordinating and booking networking events, meetings and pitch opportunities.

• Return flights to London from any state in Australia

• 7 nights accommodation in London

The program is supported by the Australian Government’s Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) Program.

ABOUT CONTENT LONDON

Content London is the world’s leading development market, conference and screenings, with a focus on creating fresh partnerships around the most progressive ideas and initiatives. The program features conferences, awards, workshops and networking designed to bring the international community together in one place at one time.

In 2025 C21 has expanded key features of the event in its mission to provide opportunities for producers and rights owners to find new ways to get shows made during a changing market. This year’s opening keynote will see Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne share their story behind Adolescence, the most defining drama of recent years, which attracted a global audience of 100 million within its first week on Netflix.

Other guests confirmed to attend so far include Eric Schrier, President, Disney Television Studios; Sarah Aubrey, Head of Original Content, HBO Max; Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO of Sky Studios; Zai Bennett, CEO and Chief Creative Officer, BBC Studios Productions; Andy Ryan, Head of Drama, Nine; Rachel Okine, Head of Scripted, ABC; plus many more.

KEY DATES

• 27 October - Applications Open

• 5pmAEST Monday 3 November - Applications Close

• Friday 7 November - Successful Applicants Notified

• Saturday 29 November - Delegation depart for London

• Monday 1 - Thursday 4 December - Content London takes place

• Friday 5 December - Delegation return home

HOW TO APPLY

Applications close 5pmAEST 3 November 2025, with final delegates selected on 7 November. Successful participants will then receive one-on-one project support and mentorship, including individual strategy sessions, pitch feedback, and pre-departure planning.

WIFT Australia members wishing to apply for this opportunity must meet the following criteria:

• Have at least 3 months’ until your WIFT membership expires

• Be currently in development on a scripted TV project they wish to pitch at Content London

• Have at least one long-form scripted credit (theatrically released feature film, broadcast television, etc)

To apply, members must complete the application form via the button below including a 3-minute pitch video about themselves, their project and why Content London would be a great opportunity for their career.

If you need to enquire about the state of your membership, please email membership@wiftaustralia.org.au.