Outfest Screenwriting Lab has become the cornerstone of Outfest’s education and creative development programming.As the arts, media and entertainment organization celebrates its 40th anniversary, and the lab its 25th, Outfest has expanded the program with the support of partner Netflix, waiving submission fees for all applicants and providing grants for each of the selected screenwriters to help financially support them.“Everyone knows that a great film, a great series, a great story begins with the screenplay,” stated Outfest executive director, Damien S.
Navarro. “Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Screenwriting Lab was Outfest’s first foray outside of our namesake festival.
The expanded partnership with Netflix allows us to further expand the reach and impact of this heralded program.” This year, 10 LGBTQIA+ screenwriters will participate in the week-long intensive lab.
The program takes place virtually in October, making it accessible for storytellers across the globe.There, the fellows receive one-on-one mentorship from top showrunners, studios and network executives, and writers who offer professional development, scriptwriting support, and insight into the latest trends within the industry.
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