Los Angeles Storytellers Summit

About the Summit

The Los Angeles Storytellers Summit is a three-day gathering of writers, filmmakers, and creative voices exploring craft, career, and community in Los Angeles. Taking place March 19th–21st at Vidiots and select locations throughout Los Angeles, the summit includes mixers, screenings, panels, and workshops designed to foster meaningful creative exchange and real industry insight.

Who This Summit Is For

Originally conceived for graduates of the David Lynch MFA program, the Los Angeles Storytellers Summit has grown into an intimate, curated experience for writers and filmmakers at many stages of their creative journey who are seeking deeper craft conversations, real industry insight, and meaningful artistic community. While rooted in the spirit of that original cohort, the summit welcomes emerging voices, working professionals, and serious storytellers looking to strengthen their practice, expand their network, and engage in thoughtful dialogue about storytelling in today’s industry.

Featured Speakers (subject to change)

Leila Cohan
The Perfect Couple, Bridgerton, Tell Me Lies

Maggie Kiley
Devil in Disguise, The Hunting Wives, Dial-a-Prayer

Andrew Guest
30 Rock, Wonderman, Community

Andrew Kevin Walker
Se7en, Sleepy Hollow, 8MM

Nina Fiore
The Handmaid's Tale

Will Matthews
The Dark Crystal, The Boroughs

And many more to be announced.

Topics & Sessions to Include (subject to change)

Hollywood 101
with Julia Wolov (Faking It creator, Just Go With It, Bedtime Stories, That's My Boy)

The Art of the General Meeting
with Academy Award nominee Pamela Ribon and Blumhouse Executive VP of Development and Production Beatriz Sequeira

Thriving and Surviving in the Writers' Room
with Elizabeth Laime (A Million Little Lies, Beth's Dead Podcast, I'm Sorry) and Jessica Elaina Eason (Night Court)

Festival Strategy: Programmers & Indie Filmmakers in Conversation
Conversations with film festival programmers and indie filmmakers focused on submissions, positioning, and navigating the festival landscape.

And many more sessions to be announced.

What You’ll Experience

Eight panels and workshops covering writing craft, writers' rooms, pitching, and career sustainability.

Conversations with experienced storytellers working across film, television, and independent media.

A collaborative environment designed to build community and long-term creative connections.

Pass Information

Full summit passes are available for $300 and include access to all eight panels and workshops.

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