Producing : Nda by Lee Rider

Sounds odd that they are asking you to send them an NDA for your pitch.

Ah - I see your post below.

This is a$$-backwards. They, the production company, provide you with a submission agreement allowing them to read, review your material.

Congrats on getting to the decision maker!

As noted, this is a reversal. Any "well respected" producer, production company or studio will request you sign their NDA because they have good lawyers. They do not want to sign your NDA and will likely refuse.

Don't bother with the time and effort to send them one. Seen asks like this before. Unfortunately, it's likely a ploy to get rid of you.

I agree with E Langley. I see no reason for a producer to want to protect the interests of a "complete novice" in the unscripted TV industry. Producers have so many ideas from creators who already have track records that it is standard to refuse unsolicited material outright, much less help the creator protect it.

Also, since this is an industry where you definitely need to protect yourself from schemers and dreamers, it might help others if you described how this producer came to ask to look at your reality TV concept. Where did he or she see it? Do they already know you? What have they done to make them “well respected”?

A writer friend was bitching about having a lengthy, positive Zoom and Linkedin request six months ago who was ghosted. There was even an article about the reasons for the "Hollywood No" - lack of response.

On the other hand, there's, "It takes people months to tie their shoes in Hollywood."

Not much to do except keep plugging away.

I won’t bore you with the details but it’s all sorted and has been signed, pitching next week, pray for a miracle

Fantastic. Good luck.

Great topic! Wise to ask.

Good luck I hope it works out!

Lee Rider keep us posted, glad it turned out well.

Hi Lee - this is exciting and I'm wishing you huge success! Here is a webinar that may be helpful as you prepare for the pitch: https://www.stage32.com/webinars/How-to-Develop-Pitch-and-Hopefully-Prod...

Quick update, there’s interest and we are inching forward. Such an alien world but learning quickly!

That's great, Lee! Congratulations on the interest and moving forward!

Hi Lee Rider - fantastic news!!! What's the most pressing thing you've had to learn quickly?

Great Informative! Glad to hear the progress Lee!

Shellie, I’ve learnt that I’m a minuscule fish in a foreign pond, with absolutely no power or influence. Patience is key! If this goes anywhere, I’ll certainly be writing up my thoughts and experiences!

Hi Lee Rider - it's good to stay humble and optimistic!! :) Excited to hear what's next.

can someone share a professional level NDA for sharing a tv series pitch?