[Commlist] Call for papers: 2026 Australian Screen Production, Education and Research Association Annual Conference

*Call for Papers: ASPERA Annual Conference 2026*
*Theme:* /Sustainable Screens/
*Dates:* 23-25 November 2026
*Location:* Curtin University, School of Media, Creative Arts and Social 
Inquiry
_https://www.curtin.edu.au/ 
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*Abstract Submission Deadline:* Monday June 22^nd  , 2026
*Contact:* (_conference /at/ aspera.org.au) <mailto:(conference /at/ aspera.org.au)>_

“The production of a film is a collective effort, a collaboration of 
minds and spirits. To make it sustainable, we must not only protect our 
resources but nurture the creative environment that allows the workforce 
to thrive and the   work to endure.”      –Agnes Varda

As screen industries navigate rapid technological, cultural, 
environmental and geopolitical change, sustainability has become the 
critical challenge shaping the future viability of screen production and 
education.
The ASPERA 2026 conference explores *sustainability,* inviting 
researchers, educators  and practitioners to examine how screen media 
production research, and learning and teaching strategies, can support 
ecological responsibility, ethical innovation, inclusive creative 
practices, and socially engaged storytelling across diverse contexts.
We ask,
*How can the screen industries adapt to ecological change while 
sustaining creative possibility?
*What does sustainable screen production look like in an era of GenAI, 
automation and digital disruption?
*How can screen education cultivate resilience, ethical practices, 
flexible and adaptable practitioners able to adjust to constant change?
*How can screen storytelling contribute to sustainable cultural, social 
and community change?
*We invite scholars, practitioner and educators to submit abstracts for 
presentations on key themes/perspectives including (but not limited to):*

  * *New Directions in Film Production Research*
  * *Sustainable and Ethical Screen Practices*
  * *Teaching and Learning Design and Innovations*
  * *Inclusive Storytelling & Diverse Creative Pedagogies*
  * *Workforce, Industry and Policy Challenges*
  * *Emerging Screen Forms*
  * *Geopolitical Contexts and Transitions*


*Submission Guidelines:*
Abstract submissions due: Monday 22^nd  June to 
(_conference /at/ aspera.org.au) <mailto:(conference /at/ aspera.org.au)>_

*Individual or co-presented research papers *(up to 20 minutes)
Please submit a 300-word abstract (in PDF format) outlining your 
proposed paper and a short bio (100 words).

*Themed panels* - presentations for 90mins - Panels of 3 x 20mins OR 4 x 
15mins thematically linked solo or co-presented research papers followed 
by questions.
Please submit a single 400-word abstract (in PDF format) outlining panel 
theme and proposed papers and a short bio (100 words) for each presenter.

*Roundtable - *discussions for 90 minutes - led by a chair bringing 
together 4 to 6 participants (including the chair as a participant if 
speaking as well as chairing) to offer short (up to 6 minute) position 
statements to lead discussion. The roundtable will be designed to create 
a discussion forum. The format is flexible and can be adapted to allow 
members of the roundtable to introduce exercises or other activities.
Please submit a 400-word abstract (in PDF format) outlining your 
proposed panel and a short bio (100 words) for each participant.

*Practice-based research presentations *(up to 20mins)
Please submit a 300-word abstract (in PDF form) outlining your type of 
presentation, any specific technical needs for the presentation (AV, 
internet access) and short bio (100 words). Work-in-progress and 
presentations on practice by HDR candidates are encouraged.

*Workshops, masterclasses or demonstrations *(up to 60mins)
Please submit a 300-word abstract (in PDF form) indicating if your 
proposal is a workshop, masterclass or demonstration and the session 
focus, objectives, and format. Clearly state what participants will 
learn or achieve by attending the session. Other considerations are 
methods or techniques to be used (i.e. hands-on activities, group work, 
live demonstrates, interactive). Include any specific needs (AV, space 
requirements, internet access) and short bio (100 words).

*Industry- Academic collaborative sessions *(up to 20mins)
Sessions aimed at bridging the gap between industry practice and 
academic research, fostering dialogue, knowledge sharing and 
collaborative problem solving. Address a sustainability challenge or 
opportunity within the film industry and tertiary sector that can lead 
to innovation solutions. Proposals should outline the details of the 
collaboration, such as co-design, training initiatives, technology 
advancement or policy development. Please submit a 300-word abstract and 
the format (workshop, panel, demonstration etc.)   Include any specific 
needs (AV, space requirements, internet access) and short bio (100 words).

Key Dates:
• Abstract Submission Deadline: Monday 22 June 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: Monday 27^th  July 2026
• Conference Dates: Monday 23^rd  November – Wednesday 25^th  November 2026

For inquiries and further information, please contact:

Dr Kerreen Ely-Harper
School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry
Curtin University, Perth, Australia
(_conference /at/ aspera.org.au) <mailto:(conference /at/ aspera.org.au)>_
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