EUROPEAN TV DRAMA SERIES LAB
with the Erich Pommer Institut
Module 1: 24-28 April 2012
Module 2: 9-15 June 2012
Berlin, Germany
MediaXchange in association with The Erich Pommer Institut (Germany) proudly present the innovative programme European TV Drama Series Lab – supported by the MEDIA Programme of the European Union.
European TV Drama Series Lab is a high level training programme and ‘think tank’ for key players in the European television industry.
Module 1: Framework for successful European TV Drama Series
Module 2: The Creative Maze
When & Where
Module 1: April 24th - 29th, 2012 in Berlin (4 seminar days)
Module 2: June 9th - 15th, 2012 in Berlin (5 seminar days)
Participants must be available to attend both Modules.
Who
Experienced players in the TV industry from European Union countries and countries participating in the MEDIA Programme
>> Scriptwriters
>> Creative and Executive Producers
>> Broadcasters
Further specifics on the target group can be found here.
Why
• to develop specific skills to enhance and deliver sustainable and returning international TV series
• to have access to top industry players from across Europe and the United States
• to have access to up-to-date information on trends in the TV drama series sector globally
• to understand the elements behind the success of American drama series
• to adapt this knowledge to European market practices
• to learn best practice lessons from cutting-edge European case studies
• to participate in excellent networking opportunities, building a strong network
What
European TV Drama Series Lab is a hands-on training programme that introduces and explores the essential elements of the successful drama series, presented by internationally acclaimed industry experts from across Europe and the US.
Module 1: Framework for successful European TV Drama Series
The goal for Module 1 is to present and discuss the culture and market for TV Drama series in the United States and Europe that will assist in distilling systems and processes that can be applied to European TV production and creativity.
- State of the industry
- Trends in series storytelling
- Legal and financial aspects of European co-productions
- Best practice lessons from successful European and US series
- Latest trends in 360° content
Participants will also take part in ‘think tanks’ to discuss how the knowledge gained can be adapted and applied to the European market, their national industries and working realities.
Module 2: The Creative Maze
The second module will emphasize the creative aspects, offering participants unique insights into the “ins and outs” of the successful US TV series, including the principles behind the Writers Room, the role of the Showrunner as well as the management of creative teams.
After two introductory seminar days, the participants will be divided into two groups - writers together with creative producers, and drama executives together with broadcasters - to explore in greater depth, specific topics relevant to their professional backgrounds.
Writers’ Room Simulation >> Writers and Creative Producers
Day 3: Simulation – PART 1
Day 4: Simulation – PART 2
Day 5: Simulation – PART 3
Management of Creative Teams >> Producers, Executives and Broadcasters
Day 3: Inside the Network Model
Day 4: Buying and Pitching
Day 5: The Development Process
Application
Deadline: March 12th, 2012.
Application Guidelines and Forms found here:
1) Pre-register via e-mail to radojevic@epi-medieninstitut.de by March 5th, 2012.
2) Fax or e-mail the application form (duly filled in and signed) by March 12th, 2012.
3) Send the following documents via e-mail as one (1) Word-file only, by March 12th, 2012:
- Applicant Bio
- Track record in the industry (please specify the position)
- Company Profile - if applicable -
4) Successful applicants will be contacted in late March. Confirmation and deadline for participation fees will be April 15th, 2012.
Fee
€ 4.500
The fee includes:
- Registration fee for Module 1 and 2
- Accommodation and meals in Berlin (11 nights in total)
Questions?
Please contact us.
Erich Pommer Institut
Försterweg 2, 14482 Potsdam, Germany
Nadja Radojevic
Head of International Training
radojevic(at)epi-medieninstitut.de
T: +49 (331) 721 2885
Maria Grau Stenzel
Coordinator International Training
grau(at)epi-medieninstitut.de
T: +49 (331) 721 2886
www.epi-medieninstitut.de
www.epi-media.eu
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