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Screenwriters - Apply for the Sundance Institute 2027 Development Track
The Sundance Institute Development Track allows feature fiction filmmakers with an in-progress screenplay to apply for multiple programs at once. Are you a feature fiction screenwriter looking to take the next step in developing your screenplay? Sundance Institute's Development Track has one open application that allows…
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🎥 Documentary Producers – Apply now for Film Independent's Doc Producing Lab!
The Documentary Producing Lab accepts projects in active development, production or post-production. Are you a documentary producer looking to advance your career in the entertainment industry? The Documentary Producing Lab is a week-long program providing advice and expertise on the craft and business of documentary…
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🚨 Producers - Applications for Film Independent Fiction Producing Lab Are Open!
Are you an independent producer looking to advance your career in the entertainment industry? The Fiction Producing Lab is an intensive, two week-long program designed to help creative, independent producers develop their skills. If chosen, the program includes: An introduction to film professionals who can advise you on…
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Film Labs Every Filmmaker Should Know About in 2025
Everything filmmakers need to know about film labs, including expert tips for how to get into one. You’ve got a solid script, a feasible production plan, and maybe even a winning pitch deck. Now the million-dollar question: How do you move your project from idea to execution, and eventually, into distribution? One of the…
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Filmmakers and Writers: Film Independent Is Accepting Applications!
Check out Film Independent’s latest programs, Project Involve and The Screen Writing Lab. Applications are open now through September. Project Involve 2026 For 30 years and counting, Project Involve has been Film Independent's most vital and impactful program. Film Independent is proud to be a leader in the ongoing mission…
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The Picture Shop Feature Film Grant ($50k) is Now Open! Deadline: July 15
Attention Filmmakers! Apply today for the Picture Shop Film Grant for Fiction and Nonfiction Feature Films. Are you in the final stages of your feature film and need help getting to the finish line? Film Independent and Picture Shop will select a qualified filmmaker who will receive the Picture Shop Feature Film Grant: Up…