Description

The Episodic Makers Lab is designed to identify exciting independent voices who are taking the initiative to produce their own short-form episodic content. The two-part program focuses on the craft of serialized storytelling over multiple episodes, and it targets artists who are already developing their body of work across a variety of disciplines (including digital series, short film, animation, theatre, stand-up comedy, improv, music). The first part is a three-day lab in which 10–12 selected fellows participate in creative workshops to develop their writing and directing skills. Later in the year, the fellows attend a two-day project development intensive, where they participate in one-on-one story meetings, writers' rooms, and group conversations about navigating the business of developing, producing, and selling episodic content. Both parts of the lab are normally held in Los Angeles, and Sundance Institute offers a travel stipend to artists who are participating from outside of LA, but they need to book their own travel and accommodations. However, please note that the first part of the 2020 lab will be hosted digitally.