Hey guys, so Stage32 is offering multiple avenues for screenwriters to connect with Producers. Two of them are pitch sessions and the script read and 30 minutes phone call. I've already experienced pitch sessions to no success for my script.
So now, I'm calling for advice for those who have experience with the script read and 30 minutes call service of $149. Is it more effective in getting ur script read and optioned? or will it only materialize in just another rejection and useless advice? and apart from the advice, will this Producer be open to connect with you outside Stage32 in case of future projects? has that ever happened to any of you guys who still haven't been optioned or hired or even if you're one of the people who've been optioned, what's your experience with the service? is it more useful that the pitch sessions? Thanks.
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I've gotten excellent notes from the Pitch Sessions and a Feature Script Read/30-minute Talk with Executive, Thomas Odunga. I posted about the Script Read/30-minute Talk (www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting/Stage-32-Feature-Script-Read-30-min...). After rewriting my pitches and script based on the notes from the Pitch Sessions and Script Read/30-minute Talk, I got more script requests.
The main purpose of the Pitch Sessions is to get feedback to improve your pitch, and the main purpose of the Script Read/30-minute Talks is to go over the strengths and weaknesses of your script and develop a plan for your next steps. Sometimes the executives, managers, etc. will request scripts, sign writers, etc. (www.stage32.com/scriptservices/success-stories).
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I don't know all of the details, Dan MaxXx, but someone at success@stage32.com should know.
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I've had consultation calls and it was worth the price of a doctor visit to get solid career and script advice. I personally prefer the 30 minute call over the elevator pitch because they've read the script, I make so-so first impressions but much better lasting ones so the longer I can talk the better the reaction (typically), and there is more time to unfold the film as you discuss it with the consultant. They are pretty clear that the people you speak with are independent contractors not representing their companies but I have had one request off it and a referral. Plus, I got valuable career advice from someone in the business. I say -- two thumbs up to consultation calls.
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Here's what I do, and I don't know if I'm doing it right, but the more confident I am that my script is marketable and ready and there is someone who would be perfect to read it, I'll use the coverage or consultation approach. The less confident I am in the script, its marketability, or a match between the script and the exec/mgr the more likely I'll pitch it to see what happens.
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I have only used the written pitch method through stage 32 and the feedback differs each time.