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Overview
The Media Resource Centre (MRC) in Adelaide, South Australia is a member of Screen Development Australia, a national network of organisations which support the development of a strong, innovative and diverse screen industry in Australia.
The MRC provides entry-level to early-career film and digital media makers with access to production equipment, subsidy programs and advice on all aspects of professional and project development, production and marketing.
The MRC manages the Mercury Cinema, which delivers a unique screening program to Adelaide audiences and provides local practitioners with the opportunity to screen their works.
Contact
13 Morphett St Adelaide SA 5000
phone (08) 84100979 fax (08) 84101787
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Hours
Weekdays 9:00am - 5:30pm
Member access to facilities by arrangement. |
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WHAT WE DO
The Media Resource Centre (MRC) provides entry-level to earlycareer film, video and interactive media makers with access to production equipment, subsidy programmes and advice in all aspects of development and production.
In addition, the MRC manages the Mercury Cinema, delivering a comprehensive exhibition programme to build and diversify audiences for film, video and new media works. The Mercury Cinema also provides local practitioners with the opportunity to screen their works.
WHO WE ARE
The MRC is an Incorporated Association and has a Board elected by the members. The MRC Board delegates responsibility for the day-to-day operations of theorganisation to the staff.
The MRC is a member of Screen Development Australia, a national network of resource organisations that support the development of a strong and innovative screen-based industry.
WHAT WE OFFER
Membership Services
MRC membership is open to anyone over the age of 18 years and offers a range of benefits including:
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30% discount on facilities and equipment hire |
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24-hour, 7-day/week access to facilities |
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Lipsync, the MRC's monthly newsletter |
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Single entry-point to information about the Australian film, video and interactive media industries |
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Inclusion on the Production Skills Database |
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Voting rights at the Annual General Meeting |
Eligibility for:
Members Production Group
Production Subsidy Scheme
Work for Points programme
No Budget Productions programme
Curator in Residence programme
Production Support
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Access to production equipment and post-production facilities |
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Production advice and support |
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Production subsidy and volunteer scheme |
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Subsidised rushes? screenings |
Professional Development
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Industry-relevant seminar programme |
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Professional development advice{1bullet ZOOM! MRC Craft Awards |
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Information and referral service |
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Orientation and briefing tours |
Audience Development
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Quarterly Mercury Cinema calendar |
Industry Partnerships
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Joint programme delivery utilising industry expertise and networks |
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Supporting new industry groups |
Community Partnerships
CUSTOMER SERVICE STANDARDS
The MRC is committed to assisting you at every stage of your involvement in film, video and new media.
MRC staff will:
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be contactable by phone, fax, email and in person |
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be courteous and professional at all times |
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treat you fairly, impartially and with respect |
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consider convenience to clients when planning and delivering services |
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ensure openness and transparency in decision making |
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treat cultural differences with sensitivity and as far as possible make provision for cultural difference |
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adhere to the laws and requirements of anti-discrimination legislation |
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consider all suggestions as to how we might improve MRC services |
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respect your right to privacy and confidentiality |
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endeavour to answer enquiries on the day received |
The MRC will:
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be open Monday to Friday from 9am - 5.30pm |
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offer 24-hour access to hire facilities for members |
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record calls received prior to 9am and after 5.30pm, with messages dealt with on the next working day |
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provide clear information about all MRC programs, including selection criteria and policy priorities. |
The MRC will not:
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provide cash support for projects |
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provide retrospective support |
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support projects which breach MRC policies and program guidelines |
HOW TO COMMENT ON MRC SERVICE
The MRC is committed to the continual improvement of its services. Your views and comments are welcomed
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they help us to identify what is working and what is not. |
You can make comment by:
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emailing your comments to |
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writing to The Director, Media Resource Centre, 13 Morphett Street, Adelaide SA 5000 |
If you are dissatisfied with MRC service:
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firstly, speak with the person directly involved so that they are aware of the problem and can take immediate action to remedy the situation |
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if you are still dissatisfied, speak to the Manager of the relevant program |
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if this approach is unsuccessful, contact the Director |
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if this course of action fails to result in a satisfactory outcome then write to the Chair of the MRC Board, c/o 13 Morphett Street, Adelaide SA 5000. |
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