4-Part Class: How to Develop and Pitch a TV Drama series

Learn from an executive producer and creative executive behind VIKINGS, THE DEAD ZONE, and CLEVERMAN!

Receive pitch deck templates, structure tools, and a personal outreach strategy to position your series for success!

PLEASE NOTE: This exclusive Stage 32 class is now available to watch on-demand; it is no longer live and the instructor is not available for personal questions, but we highly encourage you to do any assignments to get the most out of the educational experience.

You have a drama series idea that excites you — now it’s time to shape it into something that sells. The opportunity for original storytelling is bigger than ever. But to break through, you need more than just a great concept — you need a development strategy that speaks the language of buyers and decision makers. This exclusive Stage 32 4-part class gives you the tools, support, and insider insights you need to develop a standout TV drama series and pitch it with confidence.

It’s easy to jump into scriptwriting or deck design too soon — and miss what networks and streamers actually want. Many creators pitch ideas that aren’t fully formed, misread what different platforms are buying, or waste time chasing the wrong industry contacts. This class is designed to help you avoid those missteps. You’ll learn from a seasoned executive who knows exactly what makes a drama series sell — and how to shape your project for the current market.

Your host Adam Fratto is an executive producer and development executive with deep experience shaping hit drama series. His credits include global franchises like VIKINGS, fan favorites like DEAD ZONE, and acclaimed genre projects like CLEVERMAN. Adam has overseen scripted series at HISTORY, Reel One, and Pukeko Pictures, and is the founder of Cognito Entertainment, a private equity-backed company focused on high-end scripted and unscripted content. Adam ran the scripted programming division for US-based HISTORY, the flagship channel for A+E Networks. With experience across development, packaging, and pitching, Adam is here to guide you through every stage of turning your idea into a pitch-ready series.

This isn’t just theory — it’s your launchpad. Over four dynamic, interactive sessions, you’ll transform your idea into a pitch-ready project. You’ll craft the foundation of your show, shape a standout pitch deck, and master the language that gets buyers to sit up, take notice, and say tell me more.

This interactive Stage 32 class is held on Zoom and goes substantially more in depth than a Stage 32 webinar. Best of all? As soon as you sign up you will be linked on email with Adam and given a questionnaire to fill out and send back to him. You will have access to him for the duration of your class by email to ask him any questions you have about your craft or career - it’s like having a mentor on demand! And, if you can't make a live session, don't worry! All class recordings will be available 48 hours after each session and you will be able to view them in your Library on your Stage 32 profile. Finally, you can expand your network with like-minded creatives - you'll have a dedicated lounge for interactive support and discussions with your fellow classmates!

PLUS! You’ll Receive:

• A sample rights agreement checklist and option/purchase overview

• A drama structure template and key development questions

• A pitch deck template + a sample outline

• Query email examples + a research tracking worksheet