Developing and Pitching Kids Programming

Have you ever wanted to see what it takes to sell a kids show successfully in today’s market? In this webinar, you’ll learn from an executive producer in kids programming what today’s audiences are looking for, how to deliver a great script, and how to pitch and sell your project successfully.

Do you have a fantastic idea for the next great kids show?

Do you want to inspire and shape the next generation? Or make their day a little brighter with relatable stories with heart?

Some of the best comedy writing and storytelling on television comes from kids programming, but the space is rapidly changing as more platforms and networks arrive, each with their own unique needs. These networks need you and your stories to meet their programming demands.

In this Stage 32 exclusive webinar, you’ll find out exactly how the pros create and sell their stories to the biggest networks and streaming platforms in town by creating projects with humor, heart, and knowing what kids are watching today.

You’ll learn:

• Tips and current trends in kids television
• Obstacles and constraints
• How not to talk down to your audience
• The difference between Nickelodeon and Disney
• How to use point-of-view to your advantage
• Essential elements to seeing your pitch
• The differences in pitching for kids shows vs. adult shows
• The power of co-viewing
• And so much more

You’ll be learning directly from executive producer and sitcom writer Kirill Baru. He has worked on and sold both live-action and animated comedy shows in both the adult and kids space, including Disney’s SYDNEY TO THE MAX and Cartoon Network’s MAD: THE ANIMATED SERIES.

Kirill also sold the series EAGLETON ESTATES to Netflix Kids and, using this project as a case study, Kirill will walk you through creating his pitch that sold the show, providing you with the steps to sell your own.

By the end of this webinar with Kirill, you’ll be confident about writing and packaging your kids television series as a market-ready project.

PRAISE FOR KIRILL'S TEACHINGS:

"Good information from a successful writer of children's comedies! " -Deborah J.

"Loved Kirill and his openness and enthusiasm." Katy D.