Louise Gough appointed Director of Narrative Content at Screen Australia

Screen Australia is thrilled to announce Louise Gough as its new Director of Narrative Content. Louise, who previously served as Head of Development at Screen Australia from 2021 to 2023, is returning to the agency to lead the Narrative Content Unit.

With a distinguished 30-year career spanning broadcast, production, funding bodies, and theatre environments, Louise brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Her dedication to nurturing talent and guiding stories from development through to market and audience is well recognised in the industry. Most recently, Louise was the Executive Producer for Samantha Strauss’ Picking Scabs, a collaborative venture with See-Saw Films.

Screen Australia’s Chief Executive Officer Deirdre Brennan said, “Louise’s extensive experience and passion for Australian storytelling in all its forms, makes her an invaluable addition to our team. Her leadership will be instrumental in driving forward Screen Australia’s commitment to fostering content that truly reflects and connects us.”

On accepting her new role, Louise Gough commented, “I am thrilled and honoured to be re-joining Screen Australia in this new role. I am dedicated to Australian stories across all platforms, and cannot wait to work with the creatives, producers, marketplace partners, sector leaders and bodies, along with fellow agencies and Screen Australia staff to nurture Australian narrative content to audiences here and around the world.”

Louise will report directly to Chief Operating Officer Grainne Brunsdon, continuing her impactful work in supporting and promoting Australian content. Louise will commence at Screen Australia on 30 September 2024.