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Pitch Session FAQ

• What Can Stage 32 Pitch Sessions Do For You?+

  Whether you're preparing to find (or switch) representation, go out with a feature or TV script to production companies, studios, streamers, networks, investors or buyers, Stage 32 Pitch Sessions are a great first step to make sure you are on the right track.

  Stage 32 has cultivated professional relationships with over 3,000 industry professionals including managers, agents, development executives, producers, investors and other executives and professionals across the industry who listen to pitches from the Stage 32 community. For these executives and pros, Stage 32 has become the place to discover new talent and material.

• How it Works+

  It’s simple. You simply pick the executive you’d like to pitch to. You can choose to pitch either via Zoom or through a written pitch.

  Your executive will give you feedback on the pitch and ask and answer questions in real time (if you choose Zoom). You will learn what works and doesn't work with your material and you can continue to hone your script and pitch as you prepare to go to market.

  Then, within 3 weeks, you will receive a scorecard. Your Pitch is evaluated on The Opening, The Build, The Close, Delivery & Presence, and Q&A & Command of Material. Your Project is evaluated on Concept & Hook, Characters, World, Stakes & Conflict, Genre, Tone & Originality, and Market & Attachment Potential.

  Further, you will receive an industry standard PASS or REQUEST for your project. If you receive a request for your script OR if the executive requests a meeting (or both!), we will facilitate the arrangement!

  Best of all? If you score over 95 on your scorecard, or get a script or meeting request you will automatically be entered into the Stage 32 Marketplace , discoverable by over 3,000 executives!

  For over a decade, Stage 32 writers have secured tens of thousands of script requests and thousands of meetings with industry professionals as a result of pitching through Stage 32. These requests and meetings have led to thousands of success stories including writers securing representation, sales, paid options, produced films, open writing assignments, writers room jobs and much more. You can check out our success stories here!

• What Is the Stage 32 Marketplace? How Does My Pitch Qualify?+

  The Stage 32 Marketplace is the industry's new discovery engine, connecting standout projects with entertainment industry executives looking for their next project. With over 1.5 million Stage 32 members, only the top projects earn a place in the Marketplace, where executives can discover your work, download materials, and request meetings.

  Your project can qualify for the Marketplace by receiving a score of 95 or higher on your pitch scorecard, or if you receive a script or meeting request. Once qualified, your project becomes eligible for discovery by the thousands of industry executives who use Stage 32 to find new material.

  Unlike paid listing platforms, your place in the Stage 32 Marketplace is earned through industry validation, not purchased.

• Your Zoom Pitch Format+

  In our Zoom or Phone pitches, you will pitch directly with the executive through Zoom or via telephone. Your pitch will be 8 minutes in total. It is up to you on how you want to use your time, but we recommend you spend 5-6 minutes to pitch your project, which will allow for 2-3 minutes of executive questions and feedback.

• Your Written Pitch Format+

  Written Pitches must be no longer than 2 pages submitted as a PDF or WORD document. Your written pitch should include the name of the script, logline, format (feature film or TV pilot) and genre. From there, you’ll want to lay out the main points of your story and character arcs to create and present a clear, concise narrative.

• Stage 32 Pitching Tips+

  Both live and written pitch sessions follow industry standards and are designed to present your pitch to working executives. They will provide you with meaningful, actionable guidance to not only improve the work and the pitch, but to help you best position your work for the marketplace. So please come fully prepared.

  Once you sign up for your pitch session you will be given educational resources to help you best prepare your pitch which include example pitch beat sheets for both feature film & TV verbal pitches, examples of both written and feature film written pitches, as well as an example video Zoom pitch.

• Example Pitch Documents+

  Need some inspiration for your verbal or written pitch? You can find example pitch documents here.

  • Zoom TV Pitch Beat Sheet
  • Zoom Feature Film Pitch Beat Sheet
  • TV Pilot Script Pitch Example - THE BOYS
  • Feature Film Pitch Example - THE BIG SICK
  • Verbal Pitch Video Example
• What to Expect After You Pitch+

  After your pitch, you can expect to receive a scorecard with feedback from the executive within approximately 3 weeks. You can access your scorecard at any time by going to Settings > Purchase History on your Stage 32 profile. Remember, our executives are working film & TV industry professionals and from time to time they may get called on set or into development and may need a little extra time to complete their scorecard. If that is the case we will communicate with you and keep you updated.

• How Do I Access My Pitch?+

  You can access your pitch at any time by logging into your Stage 32 account, clicking the gear icon in the top right corner of your profile, and selecting Settings > Purchase History. From there, you can find your booked pitch session and access the details.

• Can I Change My Written Pitch?+

  Yes! You can update your written pitch at any time by going to Settings > Purchase History on your Stage 32 profile. You can make changes up until the executive downloads your pitch and locks the session. Once your pitch is locked, no further changes can be made.

• What If My Scorecard Is Late?+

  Our executives are working film and television industry professionals, and occasionally, production schedules or development commitments may require a little extra time to complete your scorecard. If there's a delay, don't worry! Our team will communicate with you and keep you updated on the status of your feedback.

• Code of Conduct+

  This is a professional environment and you are pitching to seasoned executives. Decorum is important. Please adhere to the guidelines below.

  1. Do not ask the executive if they want to read your script during the pitch.
  2. Do not reach out to an executive outside of the Stage 32 platform. This is highly unprofessional and will result in being disqualified from pitching again.
  3. Stage 32 works directly with our executives. If there is interest in your script or a meeting request, we will facilitate the request.

  You’ve worked so hard on your material, we couldn’t be more excited for you to present the work to your executive. We have no doubt that by following the guidelines above, you’re going to do fantastic!

  Best wishes with your pitch.

• Need Help Choosing the Right Executive?+

  And remember, if you ever have any questions from choosing an executive to which of our services may be right for you, never hesitate to reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com - We’re here to help…always!