How to Pitch a TV Show Idea - TV Writing & Development: Ep6

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A complete guide to how to pitch a TV show idea in 2018. This video will show you EXACTLY how to appeal to executives, work a room, and get your script sold.
This includes insight from industry insiders who worked on shows like Rick and Morty, Arrested Development, and had their scripts bought off the top of the BlackList.
They’ll let you in on their experience with how to pitch a TV show idea, including some best practices for working a room, looking like a pro, and impressing studio executives.
We’ll also go through the meat and bones of the pitch. A step-by-step guide to exactly how to structure your pitch, what to say and when, and how long it should take.
This video is another installment in our How to Sell a TV Show series and definitely one you don’t want to miss. Great script or not, if you can’t sell yourself and work a great pitch, the odds are stacked up against you.
So make sure you don’t walk into your next meeting without taking notes from this video on how to pitch a TV show idea.
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@Williamtipq 5 жыл бұрын

I felt personally attacked when he said “it’s been a month since anyone’s looked me in the eye it’s a writers thing” lmaooooo

@movietrivia1553 5 жыл бұрын

Way he described breaking bad was riveting.

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

It's all about how you structure the pitch. We actually used our own pitch template for it (you can grab it for free too in the link). :-)

@bonniegreatorex72 5 жыл бұрын

Just one of the best all time shows for sure!

@srj00s83 3 жыл бұрын

The way he broke breaking bad down was fireeeeee

@Louie7241 3 жыл бұрын

right? now here I am about to rewatch the series for the bazillion time.

@BMonetthedirector Жыл бұрын

Brilliant pitch!

@RandomActsofAnimation 2 жыл бұрын

"It's been months since anyone has looked at me in the eyes, it's like a writer's thing." Spoken like a true writer and it's hilariously accurate.

@guardianoftruth1468 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly the Breaking Bad pitch gave me goosebumps. That's how I want to deliver! Thank you for this video and the series of How to Make a TV Show! ❤

@18wolfspirit 3 жыл бұрын

Some ideas I can think of: 1. Cyberpunk setting involving a scientist going on the run from those who seek to use his technology for evil, technology that allows one absolute control over metal, even allowing them to transform their body into it and manifest from their body any sort of metallic weapon. 2. Fantasy urban setting involving families specializing in different forms of elemental magic engaging in combat with each other over personal grudges, the desire to be the most powerful in their city, etc. that threatens to culminate in a bloody magic massacre. 3. A horror drama about boy who impulsively slaughters a group of bullies who slaughter a stray dog and her puppies, save one that managed to hide which he later asks his parents to adopt. Each season follows a different stage of his life as we see him murder many who are guilty of abuse towards animals in various ways while trying to live a normal life. 4. A drama following the development of technology that makes zoolingualism (talking to animals) a common practice and the pros and cons resulting from it's creation. 5. A feudal-era Japan drama that follows an orphaned child whose village was slaughtered by a vengeful kunoichi. He travels to the nearest lord begging for assistance and spends his entire life vowing to slaughter said kunoichi through learning the battle methods of both samurai and ninja. He receives assistance from legendary Japanese historical figures and supernatural yokai such as kitsune, tanuki, bakeneko, etc, some hostile and others friendly.

@studyspiritual8412 Жыл бұрын

Can you write a Shortfilm idea for me

@youssefyasser9621 Жыл бұрын

I feel the second and 5 ideas can work with proper worldbuilding, everything else is good edit; i'm no expert just some guy who liked your ideas and shares his opinion

@TheKeithvidz Жыл бұрын

i have attempted a cartoon series pitch in the long past. My priority are feature film materiel AGAIN to agents and managers, on top contests - this video works for that too.

@teatrodelmal 3 жыл бұрын

I just started writing an idea I had since years ago. I think now is the right time for it to grow and I found your masterclass really helpful to guide me in the right direction... thanks a lot.

@Silver01Son Жыл бұрын

How's your writing going now a days?

@KeithDelk 5 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing of this video's release! Our company is planning on accepting applications from media groups and want them to pitch their treatments. This is very insightful, thank you!

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

The universe works in magical ways. You can also grab the free pitch template to help 👏👏

@celiafilms5824 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Keith. Please what is the name of your company and how can we apply?

@KeithDelk 5 жыл бұрын

@@celiafilms5824 Communication Service for the Deaf's Social Venture Fund. Csdsvf.com

@larrywaddell7522 2 жыл бұрын

I like to present a good tv show or reality show

@LincolnWorld 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting! Great info, and cracked me up multiple times with the "pitch fails". hahah!

@BabyBearRudy 5 жыл бұрын

I want to see how they actually pitched breaking bad to AMC bc before breaking bad there was no such thing as breaking bad

@garymyrie5420 4 жыл бұрын

There was the wire

@DorianTwist 4 жыл бұрын

And The Jerry Springer Show... they are basically the same thing.

@TomMariano69 3 жыл бұрын

Sopranos, The Sheild and so many of other shows that led the way to were we are now

@jackneely5789 2 жыл бұрын

He actually had some issues with other studios because of the show weeds but AMC knew they would have different vibes.

@nathanieledwards4449 2 жыл бұрын

I'm very thankful for this video. This video has helped me understand and improve my style of storytelling.

@taylunyawo2538 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. I'm lost for words. This is amazing. Thank you for sharing.

@nicolemohr2991 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a high school drama and going to use this with my students this week. Thanks! It's well done.

@aniketbhavsar2385 3 жыл бұрын

great video ! it was very entertaining young and hungry writers part ! i laughed and enjoys alot !! cheers to you guys

@rvpstudioscanada3991 4 жыл бұрын

That was amazing. Thanks for sharing.

@udydavid330 2 жыл бұрын

Big thanks for that great lesson on pitching a story. This will surely be helpful in my English class. Kudos!

@likekaliscott 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Watched this twice and pumped out a great first draft.

@juslmao5683 4 жыл бұрын

I downloaded your video but I just had to come back to subscribe & like. Of all the pitching videos I have ever watched yours rocks Thanks

@tofalos 5 жыл бұрын

Great content guys, very well developed. I'm jumping to your website right now.

@tyshawilliams5078 Жыл бұрын

This was magnificent! thank you. You have a new subscriber

@RWBKelly Жыл бұрын

This is great guys.. I think its even helped me plot out a really good treatment. Bravo

@MassiveSuccessVids 3 жыл бұрын

This is clear, concise & excellent information.

@oraclemedia9266 3 ай бұрын

Great example! Thanks!

@balmi111 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Really simple and easy to understand.

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful Balmi. Did you grab our free pitch template?

@anthonypereiraaguiar1456 Жыл бұрын

Daaaaaaaaamn ! You got me ! New Subscriber ! Thank you guys !

@TeamWnJ 5 жыл бұрын

Damn, if only I saw this video before I did my panel at PAX. That roadmap breaks everything down so well, definitely implementing it. Thanks Studio Binder!

@MW713 5 жыл бұрын

Did you have anything in film to show them when you went in? Curious..

@markparkinson6378 5 жыл бұрын

This is great!!!! I'm definitely subscribing, I need more of this drug (pun intended).

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

We're just glad that you're hooked watching them, because we're hooked makin' em. :-)

@DarkandTwisted 4 жыл бұрын

Is the template what they call a one sheet?

@GuionistasDeComedia Жыл бұрын

Very helpful!

@Robert-Law 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! Kudos.

@melanieespriu5809 5 жыл бұрын

Love the content, in a future I really want to study cinematography

@JacobPatrick1 5 жыл бұрын

THIS IS AMAZING!

@tigressm5219 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great advice. Duley noted.

@thepatriciawhitechannel2135 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this. I'm a bit stuck b/c my show is an edutainment show. I'm going to trope over your format as best I can.

@andreahopeorg 5 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@biteme1918 3 жыл бұрын

How do you go about contacting and meeting with networks or streaming platforms to pitch to? Will they still meet with you if you don’t have experience in the tv/film industry?

@blessedbeyondmeasure9284 5 жыл бұрын

How do you get the interview??? This is the question. I've seen so many ideas on what to do, but I need to know how you get your foot in the door.

@HM-bg4gd 4 жыл бұрын

Enter writing competitions constantly

@psycholaw4394 2 жыл бұрын

Kick the door, point at ceo and tell him he's hired

@pardumansinghactor7545 5 жыл бұрын

Really helpful..😀

@karofkartof7272 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for this! It really helps a lot

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Anytime, have you enjoyed the series so far?

@karofkartof7272 5 жыл бұрын

I sure did! Really helps the beginners. Keep up the good work, guys!

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

For sure, stay tuned for next week's finale. :-)

@angelmail8560 4 жыл бұрын

...Brilliant !!

@dineshanpillay1450 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@jacobq.s1338 5 жыл бұрын

Love your content❤️❤️🙏

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jacob! Have you enjoyed the series so far? We've got one more episode in the works so stay tuned! 👍👍

@murrayrodriguez878 3 жыл бұрын

"It's been a month since I've looked anyone in the eyes... It's a writer thing" Same, why is this so accurate?

@bradhouston4734 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks again guys and gals! 😀🕺🏻🎥🏖🇦🇺

@Cowgirl77Hikes 2 жыл бұрын

Funny! Insightful. Thanks!

@marcosantiago6818 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Packed more into three and a half minutes than most instructors can pack in a whole lecture - NUFF SAID! Funny too! Who is that guy!?!? :-)

@BK42Cycles 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent!!

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Should we make more screenwriting related videos?

@w3-watchingwithwombat79 2 жыл бұрын

This is great stuff. I'm sharing it with my class. Quick question, though. How much of this translates to pitching a feature? What's different?

@Evan.Arapis 3 жыл бұрын

Here's my superhero sitcom idea, it's basically a Friends rip off, bare with me please, it's just a few seconds off your precious time: Six, or whatever the number, age or gender, close friends try to balance between their personal lives and their secret, superhero identities, each one keeps his/her secret identity to him/herself and that creates havoc and funny situations that go haywire almost every single time they try to get together and relax. They all hang out at the Hero's Hutt or something like that, hope u like it.. That's my idea and I take full credit, if somebody else has already thought about it I'm not responsible for the leak..This thing could be the next huge sitcom if done right..

@daichiachraf3564 5 жыл бұрын

I loved that part of i didn't meet a lot of people lately

@lukamakhashvili7406 3 жыл бұрын

the breaking bad pitch gives me the CHILLS every time. love that show so much

@Cowgirl77Hikes 2 жыл бұрын

I know its an older video, but I find it a Binge-worthy classic! Is the download still available? Thank you.

@esc7162 3 жыл бұрын

question: if I finish the pitch book, where and how do I pitch the story? what do I need? is it OK to pitch with only the written scenario with reference images in a file?

@Gregforeli 5 жыл бұрын

I already follow this map.

@socal_la4080 5 жыл бұрын

What if i want to pitch a live action game show like "Survivor" how do i go about pitching that to a network or is it the same thing???

@Feyer7Death 5 жыл бұрын

Very good

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Grabbed the free pitch template too?

@kathirganesh7572 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Definitely, glad you found it helpful.

@MikosMiko 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, but beyond putting together a nice presentation (your video), how do you actually pitch? Who do you reach out to? These worlds seem so closed off, would appreciate any tips on who to reach out to and how to book an “interview” for your project. Thanks

@michaelxavier230 4 жыл бұрын

he sounds like Linda from bobs burgers lol

@cristofoyarzo9458 5 жыл бұрын

30 minutes in the web and already 2 dislikes, The world is dark place.

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

We're not worried about it, good content will always win at the end of the day. 👍👍

@bonniegreatorex72 5 жыл бұрын

Negative Nellies I like to call them lol probably woke up on the wrong side

@beaniebean4885 4 жыл бұрын

Time to pitch an idea to myself :D

@StudioBinder 4 жыл бұрын

Have to convince yourself before convincing others!

@18wolfspirit 3 жыл бұрын

A great idea would be one involving a town where all the inhabitants are serial killers. The main threat to the town comes in the form of two siblings. Their parents were victims of a killer from the town and gave birth to them before dying from their wounds. The siblings discovered the fate of their parents as young adults and who was responsible and intend to slaughter the entire town in revenge one killer at a time.

@romanbruni 2 жыл бұрын

I think this breaking bad series sounds interesting ! cheers from Rio !

@tiger3634 4 жыл бұрын

Can you please explain to me number 3 the character and number 4 desires ?

@duncan2by4 4 жыл бұрын

Would this be considers a Teaser Pitch or a Story Pitch?

@davidbarnes711 2 жыл бұрын

Does the one with the idea usually become the script writer? Or more of a producer, creative director, type?

@robertdavis3036 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Silly question, but is this the "One Sheet"?

@LifeOfShreyash 2 жыл бұрын

What is meaning of cv in ending

@DMX-PAT 4 жыл бұрын

What's stopping the corporate people who you're pitching to from basically just taking your idea and saying no to you at the same time?

@TheMeditativeChicken Жыл бұрын

You can take them to court

@Silver01Son Жыл бұрын

@@TheMeditativeChicken Your gonna take a whole company to court!?

@atiqrony8631 5 жыл бұрын

Good content

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked this weeks episode Atiq! We've got one more coming out next week, so stay tuned. :-)

@atiqrony8631 5 жыл бұрын

@@StudioBinder waiting. Thanks.

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Definitely, can't wait to share it!

@px5ix4pz6j 2 жыл бұрын

Ok now that I have all these things where would I actually go to pitch this idea?

@roireuveni479 4 жыл бұрын

Dark opening music

@DirectorDC. Жыл бұрын

whats the BGM at 1:30

@anishamm685 4 жыл бұрын

it's NOT ROBERT EVANS WHO SAID: "Luck is when opportunity meets preparation"!!!. Some attribute it to Louis Pasteur, but this quote is by Roman philosopher Seneca. Thanks for the video...very instructive indeed.

@StudioBinder 4 жыл бұрын

Well, technically, Robert Evans did say it, albeit quoting Seneca. We hope you learned a thing or two about pitching TV show ideas! If you liked this content, feel free to check out our blog. Here's an article from there that teaches you how to write a film treatment that would be used when pitching: www.studiobinder.com/blog/how-to-write-film-treatment/ Cheers! 🎬

@3Noah3 2 жыл бұрын

I’m the writer already got animator and artist bouta get started on the show but how can I get my show on big networks

@loverupom 5 ай бұрын

HOW TO CREATE THEME FOR FILM PITCHING

@independentp.o.v8537 5 жыл бұрын

Can you guys talk about ways to put up practicals in films

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Great idea! I'll pass it along to the team. :-) What specifically about putting practicals in films? What sort of practicals?

@independentp.o.v8537 5 жыл бұрын

StudioBinder LED & use of them in movies , interviews,& music videos

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Great idea, I'll let the team know!

@danialhamzah 5 жыл бұрын

wow this is brilliant!

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

We think so too! Have you enjoyed the series so far?

@danialhamzah 5 жыл бұрын

StudioBinder yeah! omg super helpful thank you!!

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear Danial; stay tuned for next weeks finale. 💪💪

@shonantonywilson30 4 жыл бұрын

DARK 😍😍

@DarylBlake-ot9vb 23 күн бұрын

Could you pitch a film the same way?

@wishicouldshowmyname5815 4 жыл бұрын

If you can, I want to know who , where, etc. to pitch an idea. I looked at a site that promised to check out your idea.... for $99 dollars. Yeah, right I am going for that one. In fact, in this age of ideas spread all over the internet, why isn't there a site yet that collects ideas? Or is there something I hope isn't true about Hollywood and writing (exclusive.)

@EugeneAbante 3 жыл бұрын

i need examples HAHAHA and a template, because I dont know how to write it down hahaha

@mattthompson9810 3 жыл бұрын

How has this evolved over time? Do you think old movies had the types of characters or the structure for developing characters they do now? This is for a class assignment

@ojisiaka8024 5 жыл бұрын

Can i use the same formula to pitch a MOVIE idea also??

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, you could adapt it to pitch a movie idea as well!

@pawanshah4535 Ай бұрын

wow

@loverupom 11 ай бұрын

For Web Series??

@Batcaveqq 5 жыл бұрын

lol of course they used a masterpiece like Bb

@fakecubed 4 жыл бұрын

Movie screenwriters don't usually need to personally make pitches. Are TV pilots always pitched in person like this, or is there another way? Who is being pitched to, exactly, and how do you even get a meeting? There's a lot of details missing from this one.

@LordEric1 Жыл бұрын

My reality show idea. Follow a personal trainer as they hop on the truck with over weight truck drivers and watch their journey as the trucker learns how to be healthy on the road and the trainer navigates the difficulties of life on the road. "Heavy hauling"

@futurestoryteller 4 жыл бұрын

LMFAO Vince Gilligan didn't know Walter White would rob a train.

@TheJPinder 4 жыл бұрын

my pants are tighter having listened to that pitch

@signafischer326 5 жыл бұрын

I have a show idea! It's a teen version of Dead like me, I even wrote a trailer for it! Since I am a kid without connections and just a commercial actor I don't think anyone will listen to it.

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

You never know! Put your pitch together and start pitching!

@newsocrate 5 жыл бұрын

I have a TV Series pitch, where can I pitch it?

@StudioBinder 5 жыл бұрын

You'll need to find a contact at various networks and request a meeting. Good luck!

@newsocrate 5 жыл бұрын

StudioBinder You guys are awesome! Thanks for your reply!

@mikehawk9773 3 жыл бұрын

1:54

@voiceseeking2714 6 ай бұрын

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@18wolfspirit 4 жыл бұрын

My idea involves a town with a population composed entirely of serial killers of varying backgrounds within the isolated wilderness of New England. Someone begins slaughtering them, and the twist is that it's not one person but multiple individuals whose lives have been scarred by the killers' heinous crimes, including a victim one of the killers had kept in their basement for killing at a later date. It would serve as a commentary on violence and karma.