Joan Scheckel Filmmaking Labs

GROUND BREAKING

Do you want to make change?

We've ditched outdated models of Conflict-Based Storytelling.

FORWARD THINKING

Do you want to speak freely?

We create Multi-Narrative, Multi-Relational, Meaning-Centered Stories that inspire the World. 

Paradigm shifting and utterly practical, The Lab Series Experience™ is here to change the way you think about Story and revolutionize how you bring it to global audiences.

For over 20 years, hit after hit,  from Whale Rider, Little Miss Sunshine, Beginners, Transparent, Unorthodox and many many more, The Lab Series Experience™ inspires cutting edge, authentic voices in Film, Episodic,  Commercials, and Brands.  Our 21st Century approach, The Technique™ is proven to create success across cultures - lifting diverse voices and uniting audiences worldwide.  Now, we're putting these forward thinking Tools and Concepts into YOUR hands.

NEW TIMES NEED NEW STORIES

From Craft to Creation - we’re serving Tools for the New Generation.

GET READY TO ENJOY...

⚡️ Raw, immersive Online Courses introducing paradigm shifting concepts. 

🏄  Craft Check Ins  Every Monday. 30 Minutes Live 

Technique™ Teachers help hone your skills in a supportive group setting.

🏄 Masterclass Every Thursday. 60 Minutes Live

Technique™ Teachers guide you to dive deep and apply Tools of The Technique™ to your material. 

🚀  Customized Course Road Map* guides you every step of the way....

1. Craft new Skills 

2. Write the Script 

3. Direct your Project 

4. Accelerate your Talents

5. Generate your Work!

🌟 Goal Setting and Accountability* 

Set your goals, make the Map, get support.

*These features vary depending on the version of the Program you subscribe to. Please inquire for more details

The Lab Series Experience™ is not a cookie cutter online course. It's real people, doing real work, in real time, with REAL IMPACT. 

Supporting new visions for 20 years, hit after iconic hit.

Now it's your turn.  We believe in your Voice. Start your Journey today!

TUITION:

 Designed for Professional Artists.

1. New to The Technique™: email for an application & info.
2. Alumni: email for info.

Credit cards accepted & Payment Plans are available.

Team Study is KEY to creating the strong collaborations that get scripts written, projects made -  on time and under budget! We offer group incentives - email us to inquire!

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY... 

"TRANSFORMATION HAPPENS HERE!"

From emerging to famous - let's celebrate our student stories:  

"This Lab gave me a new focus and community - and ultimately changed my life!" ~ Brooke Berman (JSFL Alum, Writer, Director)

"I have been struggling to rewrite one scene in my script and the past few days just cracked it wide open." ~ Stacey Miller (JSFL Alum, Writer, Actor, Director)

"It truly was a transformative mindset going into my shoot.  I felt like I went into it knowing exactly what I needed to get.” ~ Joshua Kissi (JSFL Alum, Director, Photographer)