Stage 32 2-Part Class: How Your Pitch Stands Out to a Producer & What Happens When It Goes To Development

Private, interactive class on Zoom with the producer behind TO LESLIE'S Oscar-nominated journey and a filmmaker who learned from working alongside David Fincher!

Get 7+ Downloadable Handouts Including a Producer’s Script Checklist, 6-Minute Pitch Framework, First Ten Pages Guide, Development Roadmap, Rewrite Strategy Worksheet, and Packaging & Submission Checklist!

PLEASE NOTE: Although this exclusive Stage 32 class is no longer live and the teacher is not available on email, we highly encourage you to do any assignments to get the most out of the educational experience.

Learn what makes a producer say yes to a script — and how to position your project to stand out in a competitive marketplace.

In this exclusive two-part Stage 32 class, you’ll go behind the scenes with Henry Hereford, the producer behind the Oscar-nominated performance in TO LESLIE and a filmmaker who has worked alongside acclaimed director David Fincher. You’ll learn how producers evaluate scripts, pitches, and creative potential — and how you can use that insight to strengthen your screenplay, sharpen your pitch, and approach industry conversations with more confidence!

Every writer wants their script to get noticed. But what separates a project that sparks interest from one that gets passed over? Producers are constantly deciding which stories, voices, and filmmakers have the potential to move forward. Understanding that process can change the way you develop and present your work.

Henry brings a rare perspective from both sides of the industry. As an actor, producer, and executive, he understands what makes a story emotionally connect while also recognizing what gives a project the potential to attract partners, talent, and momentum. Through his work on TO LESLIE, Henry helped champion a story that went on to receive an Academy Award nomination for Andrea Riseborough’s lead performance. Now, you’ll learn the same principles that guide producers when identifying powerful stories and deciding which projects they want to support!

Across two sessions, you’ll learn how to deliver a compelling 6-minute pitch that captures attention, identify the emotional hook that makes your screenplay stand out, strengthen your opening moments, create intrigue without giving away your entire story, and understand what happens after a producer says yes — from notes and rewrites to packaging, attaching talent, securing financing, and moving your project toward production.

Walk away with practical tools you can immediately apply to your screenplay and pitch, including a stronger understanding of how to position your project, communicate your vision, and become a more confident creative partner!

You’ll receive access to recordings of both sessions available in your Stage 32 Library within 48 hours, along with a private Stage 32 Lounge where you can connect with fellow writers, exchange feedback, grow your network, and continue learning long after the class ends.

This is your opportunity to learn from a working producer who has evaluated projects, developed stories, and helped bring acclaimed films to life — and apply that knowledge directly to your own work!

PLUS! You’ll receive these downloadable resources to help you strengthen your project and navigate the development process:

• Producer’s Script Checklist
• 6-Minute Pitch Framework
• First Ten Pages Guide
• Development Roadmap
• Rewrite Strategy Worksheet
• Packaging & Submission Checklist