On Writing : Verbal pitch session via Skype by Matt Watters

Hi, Matt Watters. On the Pitch Session page (any of them), it says:

How Does a Pitch via Skype or Phone Work?

Part of having a great script means that you have to be prepared to pitch it in a room or through a video pitch. It's important that you know the nuts and bolts of your pitch in order to give yourself the best chance for success when pitching it. We're here to help you.

In our Skype or Phone pitches, you have the option to pitch face-to-face directly with the executive through Skype 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, followed by 2-3 minutes of questions or feedback from the person to whom you are pitching.

This is a great way to work out pitching your material while establishing a new connection in the industry! You will be able to interact with the executive of your choice who specializes in the genre and format of your project. Would you like tips on how to pitch live? Download our pitching guidebook here.

I didn't see anything about using a pitch deck during the pitch in the guidebook. Stage 32's Development Team should be able to answer your question (success@stage32.com).

When pitching on Skype:

(Beware this is just my way of thinking) :)

1. Talk it Out: Have a chat about your idea.

2. Show Visuals: Share pics or slides to explain.

3. Practice: Practice it a few times.

4. Be Excited: Share your excitement.

5. Q&A Ready: Be ready for questions.

6. Keep It Short: Don't talk too long.

7. Stay in Touch: Be ready to share more details.

Thanks Maurice Vaughan and @Gloire Martins! Thanks for your feedback. I know the material back to front...but I will have images standing by to show over skype. I don't get nervous pitching as I've been a teacher for over 25 years and I have the pitch plan run sheet prepared with all the points required. I just haven't pitched through Stage 32 platform before and didn't know the protocols. Couldn't find any info on the use of images or pitch deck. Thanks again.

You're welcome, Matt Watters. Hope you get the answer and the pitch goes great!

I recommend checking out this Stage 32 webinar on this subject. Here's a link so you can take a look: https://www.stage32.com/webinars/Good-in-a-Zoom-Room-A-Guide-to-Pitching...

Thank you Sam Sokolow !

Matt Watters I've yet to have a verbal pitch on Stage 32 where I saw the person I was pitching to, just an oral presentation. But yes, the guide Sam linked is a great resource. More than anything, definitely focus on your excitement for the project, how you came up with the idea, have some notes handy so you don't start rambling, and keep it short so there's time for questions.

Hi, Jonathan Jordan thanks for the tip. Okay, so it's not like a Zoom or MS Teams video conference? I think I'll cancel the session if that's the case.

Matt Watters it’s not but I’d encourage you to keep it. Always worth the practice and could open a door. I’ve made some great connections thanks to the pitch sessions, written and verbal.

Jonathan Jordan I need to see the face of the person I'm pitching to...how do you know it's the 'actual' person you are booked to meet? Why don't they use Zoom or Teams for pitching? My story is unique and requires some visual aspect to the pitch. Would you know what a rotocraft octocopter was if I pitched it to you over the phone?