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Jules O’Loughlin: Bringing His Vision to Light

Award-winning cinematographer and AFTRS alum Jules O’Loughlin on breaking into the industry, the importance of compromise in filmmaking and the wildest lengths he’s gone to get the shot.

Granaz Moussavi: On Poetry and Cinematic Expression

Poet, writer, filmmaker and AFTRS alum Granaz Moussavi reflects on finding her voice and translating poetry through film.

Nick Hose: From AFTRS to the Front Line

Radio alum Nick Hose speaks to AFTRS’ Alumni Program Manager, Christine Kirkwood about his experience at AFTRS and being drawn to telling Australian stories.

Sue Maslin: Championing a Positive Future for the Australian Screen Industry

Award-winning producer and AFTRS alum Sue Maslin on her time at AFTRS, connecting with local audiences and looking positively to the future of the Australian screen industry.

Michael Lucas: Writing ‘The Newsreader’ into the Headlines

Multi award-winning screenwriter and producer Michael Lucas on ‘The Newsreader’, his time at AFTRS and building collaborative relationships.

Producing the Next Generation of In-Demand TV Assistant Editors

Avid Certified Instructor, in-demand editor and colourist, and AFTRS alum Rebecca Edwards gives insight into the industry and reveals why she finds it so rewarding to train the next wave of TV assistant editors at AFTRS.

International Women's Day 2021: Women at AFTRS Choose to Challenge

The focus on the representation and support of women in the workplace is something on which AFTRS prides itself. As we celebrate International Women's Day 2021, Director of People and Culture, Louise Hope, breaks down the numbers and spotlights the individuals who make AFTRS such a rich place to work.

Always on the Air: Grant Maling's AFTRS Journey

In this candid piece, Grant reflects fondly – and with tongue firmly in cheek – on how his time at AFTRS shaped his career in radio.

William Tran: Designing and Editing His Story, One Project at a Time

Multi-disciplinary filmmaker William Tran reflects on his AFTRS journey, revealing how he gained confidence in his craft and found his calling as a storyteller.

Serena Siow's AFTRS Journey: Finding Her Voice and Vocation

2019 Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production graduate Serena Siow reflects her time at AFTRS, discovering cinematography and finding her authentic voice.