Archive · 8 Aug 2025
Film Independent Announces 2025 Episodic Lab Participants
Film Independent has chosen six writers to participate in its Episodic Lab in 2025, a program that helps writers develop their TV pilot scripts and careers.
The lab will take place in person from August 11-22.
Writers will get feedback from experienced showrunners and industry professionals.
Netflix, a key supporter, will offer insights from showrunners on their series.
The program also includes a networking event where writers can pitch their work to executives.
Additionally, Lilian T. Mehrel, one of the participants, will receive a grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
Film Independent selected six writers for its 2025 Episodic Lab.
The lab will run in person from August 11-22.
The lab provides individualized story and career development for writers with original pilots.
Netflix, as Founding Sponsor, will provide learning opportunities.
Lilian T. Mehrel will receive a $20,000 grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
- Who
- Film Independent.
- What
- Film Independent selected writers for its 2025 Episodic Lab.
- When
- The lab will run from August 11-22.
- Where
- In person.
- Why
- To provide individualized story and career development for writers.
- Organization
- Film Independent
- Event
- 2025 Episodic Lab
- Location
- In person
- Dates
- August 11-22
- Sponsor
- Netflix
- Grant Recipient
- Lilian T. Mehrel
- Grant Amount
- $20,000