Are you the next Larry David? Michael Schur? Tina Fey? If your answer is yes, we’re not convinced, in all honesty. We’d feel a little better if there were some humility in the room. If you want to convince us—or Hollywood—you’re going to need an incredible pitch.
Wait, do you know how to write a TV pitch? We’ll take your silence as a no. Alright, don’t panic, there’s still time to sign up for the Improv Asylum’s “How to Write a Sellable TV Pitch” class.
Refine Your Idea
If you walk into a pitch room and say something like “The Office, but in outer space,” but aren’t prepared to elaborate, then we have bad news. Your project won’t be funded. Hollywood has specific pitch guidelines that producers will expect. You need more than a concept. You need characters, a pilot, an outline, and more. You need to know how to make your concept as exciting as your show. We’re talking about razzle dazzle!
Within this six-week program, you’ll learn how to assemble a pitch complete with the fixings. How do you convey the sweeping landscape of your high-fantasy buddy-cop epic in just fifteen minutes? Is it important to mention that your uncle went to high school with Donnie Wahlberg and might be able to convince him to do a cameo? What about the merchandising potential of a tie-in tabletop role-playing game?
We can’t answer all of your questions here, but we’d be happy to debate the fine line between starpower and name-dropping in class!
Work With an Industry Professional
This pitch class is taught by none other than Mary Fitzgerald, an experienced comedy TV writer and teacher. Mary’s writing credits include Black-ish, Dr. Ken, Cougar Town, and a dozen other shows. She has taught creative writing at NYU and Emerson. Mary’s experience developing and pitching shows makes her an invaluable resource to anyone hoping to get into the industry.
Chase Your Dreams!
Whether you’ve been sitting on a pilot or you want to be prepared when inspiration strikes, Improv Asylum’s TV Pitch class will put you on the path toward Hollywood. Someone could pitch a spinoff of Lost any day now. Why not you?
How to Write a Sellable TV Pitch is a six-week program every Wednesday from 6-8 pm, starting April 15. Register now to guarantee your spot!
