Creating on Your Own Terms: Laura Knight on Producing, Storytelling & Owning Your Voice
Description
In this episode of Best in Fest, Leslie sits down with powerhouse producer and development executive Laura Knight to talk about the art of telling stories across film, TV, podcasts, and animation. From her early days at ICM to her work with John Leguizamo and the groundbreaking interactive show Bar Karma, Laura shares what it takes to craft compelling content—whether it’s adapting a bestselling novel, running a female-led set, or reverse-engineering a podcast into a television series.
Learn how Laura built her diverse career by taking risks, understanding budgets, and putting story first—plus why she believes women in production are changing the energy of the entertainment industry.
🎬 Why locking your script matters
🎙️ How Going Reno is flipping podcast-to-TV development
💥 And the real power of saying “I’ll just make it myself”
If you’re a creator, producer, or storyteller looking to own your path, this episode is pure gold.
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