Filmmaking / Directing : Representation by Christian Maxwell

Hello Christian Maxwell! I'm Geoff, the director of development services at Stage 32. I've helped hundreds of writers find representation so I thought I'd share a bit of advice. Just last week, two writers I've worked with signed with managers through pitch sessions and three others are currently being read by reps.

First, I'd say don't chase managers or agents. Let them chase you. You need to create momentum, excitement, interest. Make sure to be ready to pitch yourself and what's unique about you and your POV. When talking to reps via pitch sessions or consultations, you shouldn't hard pitch yourself. Instead, you should pitch your vision and what your voice is, how your work is directly informed by your personal experiences. Let them request materials if they spark to what they hear and read.

We're also offering more personal guidance, tailored strategies and exclusive opportunities and access for members of the Writers' Room if you haven't checked it out yet!

Thanks for your response. I'd joined Stage 32 previously, and was encouraged to join the Writer's Room, to get feedback. I joined, and in the two months I was a member found it completely impossible to get feedback on my work, guidance, or the answers to basic questions. Thanks for your suggestion, but I'm definitely not going to join The Writer's Room again.

Writers' Room members can help me anytime at writersroom@stage32.com I'm personally available. I'm sorry you didn't have the right experience but I certainly want to fix that.

Great question Christian! Always uppermost on everyone's mind when joining a membership.