It aims to promote the growth of the screen industry in Tasmania, assist local talent, and attract production projects to the state.

Its establishment marked the revival of dedicated screen industry support in Tasmania, following the closure of the Tasmanian Film Corporation in the early 1980s.

[2] Initially operating with a modest budget of approximately $1 million, Screen Tasmania focused on supporting local storytelling and encouraging collaboration with national and international production companies.

Early funding initiatives prioritised documentaries, which explored Tasmania’s unique cultural and natural heritage.

[4] Screen Tasmania’s strategic plan, released in the mid-2000s, emphasised fostering collaboration between local filmmakers and external industry stakeholders, while creating opportunities for emerging talent.