The peak film and TV body announced the development of the code as industry professionals convened in Sydney to address systemic sexual harassment and abuse in the Australian screen industry.
Government funding should be available only to film and TV companies that adhere to a code of practice on sexual harassment, Screen Australia has said.
The Human Rights Commission would be collecting data on sexual harassment in workplaces, the forum heard.
Audience members recounted losing work, education opportunities and their livelihoods after making complaints of sexual harassment, particularly against people in a position of power.