Pitch Perfect: From Pitch To Production - "How To Self Produce Content And Get Funded" - 5 Week Class With Jamie Monahan
You've written a pilot, a feature, a musical, a play now what?
Discover the step-by-step process of getting your own content produced in “Pitch Perfect,” a 5 week class designed to sharpen your pitching skills to industry standard in a supportive environment.
From producing Off Broadway to meeting with network executives in LA, award nominated filmmaker, director, producer and actress Jamie Monahan has learned some valuable information about the art of pitching.
Here's what you will learn during the five weeks:
- How to write a logline for your idea.
- How to perfect your elevator pitch.
- How to prepare for a pitch meeting.
- Who to pitch to.
- Pitching do's and don'ts.
- How to protect your idea.
- How to get a pitch meeting.
- What buyers are looking for.
- Learn what materials you will need to set your pitch apart.
- Learn how to make a Pitch Deck/Show Bible.
Your final class you'll have the unique opportunity to pitch your project to producers in the industry and you'll have the confidence and materials to do it! We'll give you feedback on your pitch that'll set you up for success for future pitch meetings.
Please note: Students need to be prepared to "pitch" on day 1. We are looking for Film/TV and some Musical Theater/Theater. This will be a great way to see where you are and how to specifically tailor the class to each project/person.
Instructions and the Zoom link for access to this online event will be emailed to you in advance. If you have not received the link by 12pm (EST) the day-of the event, please reach out to [email protected] at least one hour PRIOR to the start of class.
No recording of any kind is permitted by participants during class.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
School Notes: Class end time will vary depending on the number of actors and the scenes that are assigned. Registrants are advised to budget extra time, as class time may run over.