workshop

Creator Economy Summit 2026

where
Gold Coast, QLD
when
Saturday, February 7 2026
cost
Absolutely Free

The Creator Economy Summit brings together creators, broadcasters, platforms and the media industry to shape the future of the media landscape.

The summit is a partnership between Changer and Screen Queensland launching alongside AFI at AACTA Festival 2026.

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The Creator Economy Summit will bring together top creators, platform
leaders and industry heavyweights
to explore what’s next for creator-led media, from monetisation and IP to distribution and growth.

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Speakers

Insights from creators and industry leaders redefining the game

James McPherson

James McPherson

Never Too Small

    Sabine Zonderland

    Sabine Zonderland

    YouTube

      Sarah Renae Clark

      Sarah Renae Clark

      Sarah Renae Clark

        Shannon Jones

        Shannon Jones

        Bounce Patrol Kids

          Ant McCormack

          Ant McCormack

          Changer

            Alecia Vagulans

            Alecia Vagulans

            Netflix

              Daniel Ahern

              Daniel Ahern

              ABC

                Joanna Beveridge

                Joanna Beveridge

                Screen Australia

                  Will Hamilton

                  Will Hamilton

                  BBC

                    Farhad Meher-Homji

                    Farhad Meher-Homji

                    Changer

                      Kat Wilson

                      Kat Wilson

                      Changer

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                        What to expect

                        1. 01Future Facing Industry InsightsHear from platforms and major media players on where the creator economy is heading next.


                        2. 02Creator Business Deep DivesReal behind-the-scenes stories on how creators build sustainable income, scale, and grow long-term companies.


                        3. 03Monetisation + Distribution DiscussionsPractical learnings on what’s working right now across YouTube and beyond and what’s changing.


                        4. 04Networking That Actually MattersConnect with creators, industry leaders and decision-makers at the drinks + mixer to spark real opportunities.

                        Where and when

                        When: Saturday 7th Feb 2026

                        Where: HOTA, Home of the Arts, Gold Coast, QLD (As part of the AACTA Festival)

                        Time: 10am - 4pm

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                        Creator Economy Summit

                        Changer x Screen Queensland


                        The Creator Economy Summit is presented by Changer in partnership with Screen Queensland

                        Screen Queensland supports Queensland creators and screen practitioners to build sustainable careers across digital platforms and creator-led media.

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