I have recently trying sending a mini-series pitch to the major networks. Of course I have been the "unsolicited submissions" responses. They all said I needed an agent in order to pursue further. I have been asking around and trying to connect with different people just to get things to move forward. Any advice or agents information that could help?
Filmmaking / Directing : Finding an agent who works with new clients. by Jordan Mkwanazi
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Hey Jordan, I am in a similar situation. I have a full length sitcom proof of concept pilot I produced, and have a network interested. But because I don't have an "established" executive producer on board yet, they are leery.
So what are you going to do? What the next step for you?
Basically I am in a position where I need to find an executive producer who wants to take on the project. I would like to know an inroad to contact some execs without "cold calling" them. Which I have done sometimes and it has worked about 50% of the time.
Oh ok. Well the best of luck to you man. I hope nothing but success for you.
Hi Jordan, have you looked into the Happy Writer's Pitch Sessions? https://www.stage32.com/happy-writers/pitch-sessions You're able to pitch your work directly to producers, managers, agents and execs looking for new material. Might be perfect for you.
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Hi Jordan, I'm not going to repeat all the other advice you can find on Stage 32 about how to get an agent. There are also numerous blogs like John August's blog as well as many other Googl-able screenwriting resources that discuss how to query agents. That said, your intent to get signed off a mini-series pitch has very poor odds. Typically, you need a body of work that will demonstrate that you're a market-viable writer. I respectfully advise you to try to build your body of work, as trying to make your first sale on a mini-series pitch is a "hail Mary." You're much better off writing scripts of features or series pilots in an effort to get signed and be seen as market-ready. Best of luck!!
Hi Ms. Regina, thank you for the advice. I will use that to further my career. I really appreciate it.
No worries, Jordan.