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Apply now: AiF Inside a US Comedy Writers’ Room
17 April 2026
Want to know how a TV comedy episode actually gets written? The SAFC is offering ten subsidised passes for SA writers to observe the Australians in Film (AiF) Insider Sessions – Inside a U.S. Writers’ Room: LIVE! Comedy Edition, delivered in partnership with Australian Writers’ Guild (AWG).
Led by acclaimed writer and producer Sam Laybourne (DMV, Acapulco, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist), observers will learn the dos and don’ts of working in a US comedy writers’ room, how to pitch effectively, collaborate with other writers, make themselves indispensable in the room, and avoid common pitfalls.
All who register will receive a copy of the pilot script in advance to follow the process and watch the episode take shape in real time.
More information on the sessions is available here.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be a South Australian resident and meet the general eligibility requirements in the SAFC Terms of Trade
- Have a genuine and demonstrated interest and experience in pursuing a career as a screenwriter
- Be available to attend the four sessions live online:
- Wednesday May 6, 8.30 a.m. – 10.00 a.m. ACST
- Friday May 8, 8.30 a.m. – 10.30 a.m. ACST
- Wednesday May 13, 8.30 a.m. – 10.30 a.m. ACST
- Friday May 15, 8.30 a.m. – 10.30 a.m. ACST
How to apply
Submit your application through the SAFC’s online grant portal: safilm.smartygrants.com.au
Applications will be assessed by the SAFC based on the strength of the EOI, suitability for the workshop and identified outcomes to be achieved.
Applications for the AiF INSIDER SESSIONS: Inside a US Writers’ Room: LIVE! Comedy Edition close Wednesday 22 April at 11:59pm ACST.
Applicants will be notified by Monday 27 April.