September 19th-20th, 2025

The Ozarks Indie TV Fest is an exciting new platform celebrating the independent spirit, creativity, and storytelling that drive innovation in television. This inaugural event is dedicated to showcasing original voices that challenge traditional norms, foster bold storytelling, and aims to redefine production and distribution in the television industry.​

Open to first-time creators and seasoned industry professionals alike, the festival invites submissions across a diverse range of categories, including episodic drama, comedy, factual, faith and family, and short-form web series. By embracing risk-taking and creative content, the festival seeks to highlight the power of independent creators to inspire, challenge, and entertain.

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Beyond being a showcase for creative work, the Ozarks Indie TV Fest offers an invaluable opportunity to connect audiences and creators with industry professionals, creatives and critics. Creators can share their vision through pilot episodes, scripts, pitches, or short-form series, positioning themselves at the forefront of the burgeoning independent television movement.

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More than just an event, the Ozarks Indie TV Fest serves as a catalyst for building a new model of independent television production and distribution. By creating a supportive and dynamic space for storytelling, the festival underscores its mission to champion great ideas and provide a platform for fresh, independent voices in television.