** Film Independent's artist development programs include grants, fellowships, and labs for emerging and mid-career independent filmmakers, with increasing attention to digital and serialized formats.
** Strong L.A. network and credibility; relevant for vertical creators who want to bridge the independent film world and the emerging vertical drama industry.
** Los Angeles-based vertical creators are geographically and professionally aligned with Film Independent's programs; grant funding can support development and pre-production for vertical series with independent creative ambitions.