Samuel Lapkin

Samuel Lapkin is a seasoned professional in the television development and production industry, currently serving as Manager of TV Development/Production at Searchlight Pictures since June 2021. Prior to this role, Samuel held assistant positions at ICM Partners, where responsibilities included supporting the Co-Head of Talent and a TV Talent Agent/Partner. Additional experience includes a stint as a Development Intern at Scott Rudin Productions and a Creative Development Intern at Focus Features. Samuel also participated in the Academy Gold internship program at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. An alumnus of Princeton University, Samuel earned a Bachelor's degree from The Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, complemented by a semester study abroad at the University of Cape Town in Humanities.