EUREKA SERIES

Eureka Series is an immersive training program in series writing. Designed for European screenwriters, it offers hands-on experience in a writers’ room, guided by top industry professionals. Participants sharpen their collaborative writing skills, gain insight into the industry, and expand their network – with exclusive access to Series Mania Forum.

At the beginning of the training, participants are divided into groups to learn how to create and develop original series concepts in a writers’ room. 

Under the guidance of an experienced mentor, participants refine their ability to collaborate effectively, navigate creative discussions, and structure a compelling narrative. Additionally, each week focuses on a key aspect of series creation, taught by professional tutors: Characters, Season, Pilot, Theme…

The final week is dedicated to Series Mania Forum, where participants present a pitch deck and pitch their series concepts to a selected panel of industry professionals, receiving valuable feedback and insights.

Eureka Series program is divided into 4 parts:

• Part I – in Lille / January 6 – February 6, 2026

Modules: Serial Dramaturgy, European Series Industry, Characters & Conflicts, How to Develop a Season, Pilot.

• Part II – remotely  / February 9 – February 20, 2026 (2 weeks)

Modules: Mentoring, Case Studies, Masterclasses.

• Part III – in Lille  / February 23 – March 19, 2026

Modules: Rights & Negotiation, Executive’s insight, How to Write Greener Series, Translate a Series Concept into Images, Pitch Deck.

• Part IV – Series Mania Festival & Forum – in Lille  / March 20 – March 27, 2026 (Sat 21 and Sun 22 included)
  

Modules: Strategic Networking, The Art of Pitching, Series Mania Forum participation.

During on-site parts, lectures and workshops take place from Monday to Friday, allowing for an intensive learning experience. The remote part schedule is lighter, giving participants the flexibility to balance training with potential work commitments.

Objectives

• Master the creative process of collaborative writing
• Understand how the European series ecosystems operate
• Acquire the skills to pitch a European series to potential partners
• Develop a European network with fellow screenwriters and key industry players, with exclusive access to Series Mania Forum for networking and career opportunities
• Break down barriers between series professionals to acquire a common work language

Method

• Development of an original series concept in a writers’ room throughout the training
• Lectures and workshops with experienced series professionals
• Masterclasses and case studies
• Evaluation of participants’ progress through deliverables and quizzes
• Final presentation in front of a professional panel
• Networking opportunities by participating in Series Mania Forum

Format

• Duration: 50 days / 335 hours
• Location: Series Mania Institute – 10 rue des Poissonceaux, 59800 Lille, France – & online

European screenwriters, with a strong professional interest in series writing.

Are welcome to apply (not limited to): Recent alumni of film and television schools ; Audiovisual professionals retraining to screenwriting ; Experienced screenwriters in other formats (short, feature, animation…).

Eligibility:

• Have the desire to work in Europe in their professional future
• Hold nationality or a long-term residence permit from one of the following countries: Albania, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine or the United Kingdom.
• Be over 18 years old or above

If you have special circumstances, such as a disability, please let us know so that we can discuss your needs. Contact: [email protected]

The call of applications for Eureka Series 2026 will open in June 2025. The application process is divided into 2 steps :

An application form online, with the following mandatory documents to be provided in English:

• Resume including relevant work experience, training courses and filmography/projects in development if applicable
• Cover letter explaining the reasons and expectations to participate in Eureka Series and professional goals
• Dramaturgical analysis of an European TV series (arena, genre, season arcs, characters and conflicts etc – 1 page)

For pre-selected applicants:

• online interview with the pedagogical team