ABOUT NAFA

Founded in 2002 in Sydney, NAFA is a networking group of actors, screenwriters and filmmakers who strongly believe in creating our own opportunities to succeed in this tough industry.

Originating as an actors’ group in 2002 (then called Networking Action For Actors), NAFA quickly joined up with screenwriters and filmmakers. In doing so, NAFA has become an important resource for castings and crew calls for projects that range from student to independent and professional productions.

From the outset, NAFA has always been firmly based on the ideas of networking, education and community. We are best known for running NAFA Chat (previously called “Choc Tops”).

On a larger scale, NAFA ran a film festival Show-Fest International which concluded after ten years in 2013. Popular for the ‘Show & Tell’ format, cast and crew were invited onstage for a Q&A after each screening.

NAFA also previously organised script development workshops, social events, debates and talent nights.

In 2003, NAFA established its own a film production company, NAFA Productions Pty Ltd. Drawing upon the group’s many talents and connections, it has made over 35 short films, winning awards both locally and internationally. In addition, it has assisted in producing 2 feature films.

Launched in 2010, MACA [Medical And Corporate Actors] is actively involved in staff training through the use of interactive role-plays and training videos.

In 2023, NAFA Productions produced the medical drama-comedy feature film,
Mr Red Bean (now in post-production).

Looking ahead, we have a production slate of many exciting projects, including features, TV shows and webseries. Some are ready for immediate activation.

Please Contact Us if you’re interested in speaking, sponsoring or financing.

History at a Glance