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Do you have a compelling idea for a TV series or film but aren\u2019t sure how to bring it to life?<\/p>\n
You\u2019re not alone \u2014 I\u2019ve been there, too. Over the years, I\u2019ve developed several projects, including a 30-minute pilot that\u2019s currently being shopped to networks and production companies. One of my earlier pilot scripts became a graphic novel (a great workaround for budget limitations), and I\u2019ve even self-produced pilots and worked on theater productions at every level \u2014 including co-producing the Broadway play\u00a0The Cottage<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re thinking about pitching your idea, I have one big piece of advice:\u00a0do the work ahead of time<\/strong>. And yes, I mean\u00a0a lot<\/em>\u00a0of work.<\/p>\n Even if you\u2019re not a writer, you don\u2019t need a fully finished script to start. But you\u00a0do<\/em>\u00a0need a well-developed concept, characters, and an understanding of the world your story lives in. Here\u2019s how you can start laying the foundation for a successful pitch.<\/p>\n Before you write a single scene, start by answering a few key questions:<\/p>\n From there:<\/p>\n Your pilot should:<\/p>\n This is your show\u2019s blueprint and should include:<\/p>\n Before pitching, make sure your materials are rock-solid:<\/p>\n When you\u2019re ready to pitch:<\/p>\n At Actors Connection, we offer a 2-week class:\u00a0HOW TO PITCH YOUR PROJECT<\/strong>\u00a0with\u00a0Marilyn Atlas<\/strong>, a seasoned Talent & Literary Manager and Film Producer. Marilyn brings a wealth of experience and insider insight into the pitching process \u2014 from crafting your story to navigating industry relationships.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re just starting or refining your materials, this class is a fantastic way to elevate your pitch and get actionable feedback from someone who\u2019s\u00a0been there<\/em>.<\/p>\n Tony Nation<\/a> is a producer, writer, professional actor and partner at Actors Connection. Follow this link to find out more about him<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Do you have a compelling idea for a TV series or film but aren\u2019t sure how to bring it to life? You\u2019re not alone \u2014 I\u2019ve been there, too. Over the years, I\u2019ve developed several projects, including a 30-minute pilot that\u2019s currently being shopped to networks and production companies. One of my earlier pilot scripts […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":311871,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12021],"tags":[989,2338,341,2443],"dealstore":[],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-311870","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-acting","tag-film","tag-great","tag-idea","tag-show"],"yoast_head":"\nStep 1: Develop Your Idea<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Write the Pilot<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Build a Series Bible<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Step 4: Refine and Get Feedback<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Step 5: Start Pitching<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Bonus Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Want Help Developing Your Pitch?<\/h3>\n