PBS Teams With Indie Film Producer ITVS for Independent Lens Creator Lab, Inaugural Lineup Revealed (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety • 5/7/2026
Summary
PBS and indie film co-producer ITVS have announced the inaugural lineup for The Independent Lens Creator Lab, a new production fund and accelerator program. This six-month initiative will provide selected content creators with up to $36,000 in production funding, mentorship, and industry support.
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