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#INCLUSIVE FILMMAKING
Bus Stop Films has been in operation since 2009 and has a national footprint servicing individuals with disability and others from marginalised communities, to build their skills and confidence through our Programs. We use filmmaking and the film industry to change community attitudes globally around the rights and contribution to society of and by people with disability.
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ADVOCACY DONE DIFFERENTLY
"We believe creativity can change lives, open minds and unlock possibilities.”
As a dynamic social enterprise, we use filmmaking and the film industry to enact meaningful social justice outcomes towards a more just, equitable and sustainable world. Advocating for people living with disability and other marginalised groups is core to our ethos and the focus of our programs, films and employment strategies.
Our work has global impact, showcasing the power of #inclusivefilmmaking on the lives of people living with disability around the world.
Hello!
Bus Stop Films wouldn’t happen without amazing supporters, encouraging partners, dedicated sponsors and a team of big thinkers.
Bus Stop Films is run by a group of passionate and dedicated individuals who understand the power of filmmaking and education. Everyone on the team gives their time and resources to make our films, workshops and advocacy events possible.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Operating Officer and Head of Screen
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
General Manager, Partnerships, Events & Fundraising
General Manager, Programs
Client Relationship Manager, Employment
Client Relationship Manager, Production and Distribution
Marketing and Events Manager
Program Delivery Manager, NSW and ACT
Program Delivery Manager, VIC, QLD, WA, TAS, NT
Grant Writer
Candidate Development & Placement Coordinator
Candidate Development and Training Coordinator
Corporate Services
Corporate Services
Digital & Content Marketing Coordinator
Meet our incredible Board
Chair
Helping us to amplify the voices of our community and the work of the Bus.
Patron
Ambassador
Our Origin Story
Genevieve Clay-Smith and Eleanor Winkler Co-Founded Bus Stop Films in 2009.
From the genesis of an idea that all stories, voices and talent should be heard and seen these two set out to change the screen and media industry.
Having created the original Tropfest film "Be My Brother" Eleanor and Genevieve delivered on the first fully inclusively made film with people with intellectual disability.
Following the success of "Be My Brother" Eleanor headed off to the US becoming a well respected Producer for companies like Funny or Die and Hartbeat and Genevieve became an Emerging Leader in 2019 at Telstra Business Women's Awards and an award-winning writer/director, with work showcased at various Oscar qualifying film festival and the United Nations.
They both continue to advocate for inclusion in screen media and television industry and in 2024 were reunited to bring to life the first ever Feature Film for Bus Stop Films - "Boss Cat".
Our Programs
Our award winning Programs are taught by industry professionals with the assistance of dedicated disability support workers. The Programs provide participants with the ability to develop community and industry connections, whilst building and enhancing their skills and capacity in the screen and commercial industry.
Our Programs have been co-designed with the disability community and industry professionals to provide a high quality experience mixing film theory with practical hands-on experience.
Our Films
Our films celebrate the power of inclusion and creativity. Exploring a variety of topics and themes, our films showcase the talents and artistic contribution of people with disability through inclusive filmmaking. In 2023, Bus Stop Films won Best Breakthrough Business of the Year at the Screen Producers Australia Awards, further highlighting the quality of our productions and the value we bring to the film industry. We look forward to sharing our films with every audience.
Make a donation
At Bus Stop Films, we believe storytelling should be accessible to everyone. By getting involved, you’re helping to create a more inclusive screen industry, empowering people with disabilities and from diverse backgrounds to shine both on and off the screen.
There are so many ways to support our mission Donate, Partner with Us, Host a Screening, Sponsor a spot in one of our Programs.
All donations are tax deductible.
