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[email protected] Testimonials A project by T: +49 (0)331 721 28 85 “The TV Lab’s own writers’ room became this sizzling pot F: +49 (0)331 721 28 81 Erich Pommer Institut (Germany) of focused, directed creativity, where a handful of writers Försterweg 2, 14482 Potsdam, Germany in just three days broke and created an original pilot idea The Erich Pommer Institut is one of Europe’s leading centers for www.epi-medieninstitut.de with obvious commercial and artistic potential. Most of media law, media management and media research. As a non-profit all, I was amazed on how effective it was, and how daring independent institute, our studies follow the process of media convergence through research, consultation and advanced training. you can be if you eliminate the fear of failure, and focus A project by In association with on the thrill of creation.” Each year, EPI organises and hosts around 40 seminars, workshops, Trygve Allister Diesen, Writer Varg Veum, conferences and panels – for the European, the Canadian as well as Director Kommissarie Winter, Tenk.tv, Norway the US-American media industry. TV Lab Alumni 2012 www.epi-medieninstitut.de

“This kind of training is essential for Europe’s television future. It’s given me the information In association with and process I need for a wider perspective on With the support of the MEDIA 2007 Programme of the European Union what I am doing. I made crucial gains from this MediaXchange (UK) training: networking – new points of view and Based in London and LA, MediaXchange is a media consultancy helpful comparisons to my work processes.” European with a 20 year history assisting entertainment industry professionals Michaela Strnad, Writer PERFECT WORLD, to develop effective knowledge, contacts and business drawn from Film & Roll, Czech Republic our unique global perspective. A roster of returning clients and TV Lab Alumni 2013 TV Drama new ­participants from around the world encompasses studios and Supported by networks, creative and business executives, writers and developers, “Brainstorming and writing in a writers room with financiers and filmmakers, government agencies and industry truly passionate, world class showrunners was Series Lab associations. simply incredible. A highly inspiring experience www.mediaxchange.com which I will never forget.” Koen Tambuyzer, Writer ZONE STAD (ZONE CITY), Media partner Belgium 2014 TV Lab Alumni 2013

“The level of expertise of participants and experts alike was exceptional. The result was Thanks to EPI’s associate a working atmosphere that was incredibly intensive and creative. European TV Drama is evolving enormously right now and events like the EPI TV Drama Lab are an important part In association with of shaping that future.” Jacob Groll, Writer SOKO WIEN, JANUS, Austria TV Lab Alumni 2013 Photo left © Christine Kisorsy | Other photos © EPI www.tv-lab.eu EUROPEAN TV DRAMA SERIES LAB Programme Application TESTIMONIALS

A top level training and think tank for leading Programme The TV Lab is designed to include: players in the European television industry Module 1: Framework for successful European TV Drama Series “Working with Criminal Minds’ Simon Mirren was a »» Scriptwriters mind-blowing experience. Also, I met a producer at ­ The programme is designed for scriptwriters, producers and • State of the industry Applicants need substantial writing experience in scripted drama the TV Lab who asked me to work on a script. We just broadcasters and explores the essential elements of successful • Trends in series storytelling (writing credits on a minimum of at least one script produced for sold the script to a network. This workshop was worth drama series. Top industry experts from across Europe and the • Legal and financial aspects of European co-productions broadcast or web) every minute!” US share their knowledge and provide exclusive insights. • Best practice lessons from successful European and US series Richard Kropf, Headwriter Der Letzte Bulle • Latest trends in 360° content »» Creative and Executive Producers Participants will take part in think tanks to discuss how the (The Last Cop), Germany Module 2: The Creative Maze Eligible applicants need a minimum of 5 years producing experience knowledge­ gained can be adapted and applied to the European TV Lab Alumni 2012 • Writers’ Room Simulation (minimum of one feature length TV film or TV series produced for market. • Management of Creative Teams broadcast) “With the great success of Swedish drama series in recent years it becomes even more important to try to »» Broadcasters be in the forefront of what is happening globally in our Module 1 Previous Experts included: Eligible applicants include Head of Development, Head of branch. The TV Lab has helped me with just that: see st th Programming, Head of TV Drama. Applications from other July 1 – 6 , 2014 in Berlin Rola Bauer, Producer CROSSING LINES, PILLARS OF THE EARTH, best practices, exchange ideas with very experienced experienced representatives from these departments must be President, Tandem Communications, Germany colleagues, and discuss problems and opportunities.” agreed in advance. Module 2 Piv Bernth, Producer THE KILLING, THE BRIDGE, Head of Drama, DR, Kristian Hoberstorfer, Producer REAL HUMANS (season 2), Swedish Television Drama, SVT, Sweden November 17th – 23rd, 2014 in Berlin Denmark Please note that applicants with projects attached will be given priority status. TV Lab Alumni 2013 Jimmy Desmarais, Producer LES REVENANTS / THE RETURNED (Canal+), Haut et Court TV, France “The TV Lab was a great experience helping me to get fresh Benefits th Application deadline: April 25 , 2014 creative input both from other European countries and Carol Flint, Executive Producer ER, Co-Executive Producer ROYAL Please find the application form and guidelines at www.tv-lab.eu cultures and from overseas. It is apparent that international • Develop specific skills to enhance and deliver sustainable PAINS, Supervising Producer THE WEST WING and returning international TV series coproduction is more and more important and this seminar • Access to top industry players from across Europe and Marie Guillaumond Tenet, Artistic Director, TF1, France Fee is an excellent opportunity to make new contacts and the United States Sara Johnson, Executive Producer, Keshet International, UK business opportunities.” • Access up-to-date information on trends in the TV drama € 4.500 (includes the registration for Module 1 and 2; accommodation and meals in Berlin) Trond Berg-Nilssen, Producer LILYHAMMER (season 1), series sector globally James Manos Jr., Creator, Executive Producer DEXTER, Co-producer For writers, a limited number of partial scholarships are available. Head of Drama TV, Norway • Understand the elements behind the success of American and Writer THE SOPRANOS – season 1, USA Please also check with your local funding bodies for support. TV Lab Alumni 2013 drama series Simon Mirren, Writer / Producer CRIMINAL MINDS, WITHOUT A TRACE, www.tv-lab.eu • Apply this knowledge to local projects at home SPOOKS (MI5), WAKING THE DEAD, USA • Learn best practice lessons from cutting-edge European Managing Director, Red Arrow International, Germany case studies Jens Richter, • Participate in excellent networking opportunities, building John Romano, Writer / Producer HILLSTREET BLUES, LA LAW, MONK, a strong network HAWTHORN, BANSHEE, USA Target Group Frank Spotnitz, Executive Producer and Writer THE X-FILES, HUNTED (BBC1 / HBO), USA / UK Experienced senior professionals in the European TV drama industry: Scriptwriters | Creative and Executive Producers | Broadcasters 2014 speakers will be announced closer to the event.