Pitch Practice Session

SERVICE DESCRIPTION

If your script is ready, pitch with confidence.

You know the expression, "You only get one chance to make a first impression?"

It's critical to have a solid pitch for those general meetings with Netflix, Hulu, Disney, Harpo Studios, Paramount+ or others. And in this highly competitive industry, you have to be able to pitch at a moment’s notice. Studio executives, network producers, agents, and managers want you to succeed, but they also expect you to be prepared and polished. 

Schedule a 30-minute zoom call to meet with Producer, Writer & Sr. Manager of Writer Relations, Shayna Weber, and receive one-on-one feedback on your pitch. Her experience as a screenwriter, producer, and general hustler has led her to successfully network, land meetings, and pitch to some of the biggest companies in the business, including Warner Bros, Netflix, DreamWorks, Disney and Nickelodeon.

Length of your pitch can vary from 90 seconds to 20 minutes, depending on what your project is.   

Your 30-minute practice includes:

• An opportunity to practice your pitch in a safe place - Work out those nerves
• Notes on how to improve your pitch
• Guidance on what to expect in a general studio and network pitch meetings
• Tips and tricks on how to win over executives. Watch some here. (and the pitches referenced here)

Practice makes perfect. Do it in a safe space with an expert who's pitched to top industry pros. Whether you will be pitching to executives in person or over Zoom, let us help you get “pitch ready." 

Space fills up fast, so schedule your pitch practice today. After you complete the form and the payment, you will receive a confirmation email with the calendar dates available for your session.  

TO SUBMIT FOR PITCH PRACTICE:

1. Complete the registration form and payment
2. Within 24 hours, you will be emailed a calendar to schedule your practice time
3. Prepare your pitch in advance for your practice session with Shayna

*If you would like help other aspects of the industry, please sign up for  ISA Office Hours.

 
ABOUT SHAYNA WEBER

Shayna Weber is a screenwriter, producer, and director originally from Bend, Oregon. Shayna started out working in casting and talent management before diving into a career as a producer, during the rise of unscripted television, where she developed, produced, and directed a number of projects. She has worked for NBC, Fox, Disney, MTV, VH1, Travel Channel, Discovery, and Bravo. Shayna also produced the award-winning, horror/comedy, Lunch Ladies, and directed, A Very Important Film, both of which have received distribution. Shayna and her partner, Clarissa Jacobson, under their Rebel Minx banner have multiple projects in development, have and are pitching high-level production companies and streamers and have created pitch decks for all their projects. 

 

*Disclaimer:  This conversation is confidential but will be recorded. You may also record the session, but you may not post or share any part of the recording or audio on any social media platforms or websites. Neither Shayna Weber nor the ISA hold any connection to your projects or any ideas discussed, although if Shayna or the ISA has a similar project in development, we will do our best to let you know, but are not responsible for similar ideas in the present or future. All advice is that of Shayna Weber and based on her experience and education. Neither Shayna Weber nor ISA have all the answers. We are also not responsible for your success or failure.   No refunds or rescheduling.