Stage 32 5-Part Private Pitching Lab: How to Master Your 5 Minute Pitch (February 2024)

Work one-on-one with a top Development Executive on your pitch

Limited spots available - 5 Spots Remain

Payment Plans Available - email edu@stage32.com

The problem is, writing and pitching are two very distinct skillsets. Just because you’re a great writer doesn’t mean you’re also great at pitching. At least not initially. But like any skill, it’s something that can be honed, practiced, and improved upon. You may be missing out on opportunities right now because you struggle to get decision makers excited about your story, but this can be remedied, especially with the right one-on-one support and mentorship.

Speaking of which…

We want to introduce Will McCance to you. Will is the Vice President of Production for Ian Bryce, producer of blockbusters like SAVING PRIVATE RYAN, ALMOST FAMOUS, the TRANSFORMERS franchise, and most recently Michael Bay's SIX UNDERGROUND and FINDING 'OHANA for Netflix. At Ian Bryce Productions, Will oversees the company's entire development slate. Before working with Ian Bryce, Will worked in development at Original Film's TV department, working on hit shows such as THE BOYS (Amazon) and PREACHER (AMC), as well as on SWAT (CBS) and HAPPY! (Syfy).

Through his years working as an executive, Will has deep experience with working with writers and choosing to work with them or not based on their pitch. He knows exactly what needs to go into a successful pitch.

In this exclusive 5-week virtual lab you will:

• Be guided through the fundamentals of pitching, including a deep dive of the five minute pitch, how to distill your script into your pitch, and how to ultimately deliver it with confidence.
• Work one-on-one with Will in understanding the intricacies and art of your pitch.
• Build your own five minute pitch for your specific project under Will’s guidance.

Best of all?

In addition to Zoom meetings, Will will be available to you on email throughout the lab so you can ask him any questions about your pitch, your craft or your career! Whether you’re working on a feature, a series, and no matter the genre, Will is here to help.

This lab is designed as an intimate, safe-space for you to hone and practice your pitch with the guidance of a professional and the support from like-minded writers. You'll also have a lounge post dedicated to your lab group so you can stay in touch with your classmates in between Zoom sessions!