About Us
We're very passionate advocates for Australia's digital entertainment industry.
Playwright Consulting was born from a shared vision to empower Australia's creative industries with unparalleled funding and production expertise. Founded by Serge Zebian and Mark Thorley, our boutique consultancy brings together decades of experience in Games, Film & VFX and Technology.
Our mission is to unlock the full potential of your studio by maximising government funding opportunities and providing expert production guidance.
OUR TEAM
Serge Zebian
GAMES & TECHNOLOGY PARTNER
Serge is Australia's leading game dev government funding consultant, with over 8 years of experience in R&D, grants, and innovation advisory. His background as an external consultant at a Big 4 firm, combined with insider perspective from a leading game development studio, enables him to provide targeted strategies that maximise funding potential and strengthen program compliance.
Serge's expertise spans the Digital Games Tax Offset, R&D Tax Incentive, and state rebates. As a passionate gamer, his commitment to the sector's success is driven by both professional expertise and personal enthusiasm.
Mark Thorley
FILM & VFX PARTNER
Mark brings over 25 years of film production experience to Playwright Consulting, having collaborated with industry leaders such as Lucasfilm, Animal Logic, and Mill Film. His expertise encompasses crucial lead production roles, including Executive in Charge and Head of Production.
Mark's unique strength lies in his comprehensive understanding of both State and Federal incentives, honed during his time at Screen Queensland and the South Australian Film Corporation. This powerful blend of hands-on production experience and in-depth funding knowledge allows him to provide unparalleled insights for Film and VFX projects.