How to Pick Comps to Describe Your Script

 Learn from a top literary manager with clients on major shows like DEAD BOY DETECTIVES for MAX

Walk away with a downloadable Comp Comparison Matrix you can use to sharpen your pitch immediately!

PLEASE NOTE: This exclusive Stage 32 webinar is now available to watch on-demand and no longer live.

When you’re pitching your film or TV project, nothing is more important than helping the person across the table immediately “get it.” That’s where comparables—better known as “comps”—come in. By comparing your script to two other well-known films or shows, you give execs, reps, and producers an instant sense of tone, style, and marketability. Without strong comps, even the most brilliant idea can feel vague or hard to place. With them, your project becomes clear, exciting, and easy to champion.

Of course, finding and using comps isn’t always easy. You might wonder what makes a comp strong versus weak, how many to use, or even where to start looking for the right ones. Creatives often run into pitfalls like choosing titles that are too obscure, picking comps that set the wrong expectations, or failing to weave comps naturally into pitch decks and conversations. On top of that, there are different types of comps—tone, concept, platform, and format—and knowing when to use which kind can feel overwhelming. These are common hurdles, but once you learn the framework, it’s a game-changer for your pitches.

That’s where Charlie Osowik comes in. Charlie is a literary manager who has spent years helping writers and directors not just build their careers, but also land major deals with companies like Warner Bros, DC, HBOMax, and Netflix. After starting his career at top sales companies and working at Gersh, Charlie has guided clients into staffing, feature assignments, and studio-level opportunities. With experience across genres, formats, and markets, Charlie knows firsthand how comps can make or break a pitch—and he’s ready to share those insights with you.

In this webinar, you’ll learn why comps are an essential part of every pitch, what makes a comp effective (and what doesn’t), and how to decide how many you need. You’ll explore different kinds of comps—tone, concept, platform, and format—and discover where to research comps that strengthen your pitch instead of hurting it. You’ll also get practical guidance on weaving comps into your deck, budget conversations, and meetings, plus how international comps and hidden gems can give you an edge. By the end, you’ll walk away knowing how to confidently choose and present comps that spotlight your project’s uniqueness while making it irresistible to buyers.

PLUS! You will receive the following handout to help you:

• Comp Comparison Matrix Worksheet

Praise For Charlie's Previous Stage 32 Teaching:

"Charlie is amazing! I learned so much from working with him and feel like my script is in a good spot to shop around. Thank you!" -- Morgan H.

"Charlie is such an inspiration. The way he teaches is really helpful because it is interactive, so you're always learning something valuable." -- Krista M.

"I've taken a handful of courses with Stage 32 and this has been my favorite one. There's no way I would have finished my script with this much attention to detail without Charlie's help." -- Christopher U.