Summary
Private, interactive class on Zoom with a top veteran film and TV executive who has sold over 50 projects to streamers!
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Get a bonus list of current showrunners under overall deals!
The TV industry is booming with opportunities across the U.S., creating the perfect moment for emerging writers to break through. With the demand for fresh voices and innovative content, now is the ideal time to position yourself for success. One of the most effective ways to gain attention in this competitive landscape is by securing a skilled and reputable showrunner for your project. Networks and streamers are drawn to writers who can collaborate with experienced showrunners to bring a vision to life. By attaching the right showrunner, you not only boost your project’s chances of success but also strengthen the credibility of your career!
Many writers assume that attaching any showrunner will automatically enhance their project, but that’s a misconception. A mismatch can actually harm your chances of selling your show. Finding the right showrunner involves more than just matching names; it requires strategic timing, a clear understanding of fit, and effective outreach. Without the proper tools or expert guidance, it's easy to make critical mistakes—like sending weak queries or contacting the wrong person—each of which can lead to missed opportunities.
That's where Jeff Nemon comes in. Jeff is a seasoned film and TV executive who’s been on the frontlines of Hollywood for over 15 years. With his insider expertise, Jeff will guide you through the process of finding and securing the perfect showrunner for your project! Jeff has sold more than 50 TV projects to major networks and streamers like Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu. As the former SVP of Development at Maniac Productions, he oversaw 30 projects for Blumhouse TV.
This exclusive 2-part Stage 32 class will equip you with the essential tools to elevate your project. Jeff will guide you through researching showrunners, crafting impactful queries, and confidently reaching out. You’ll gain insights into avoiding common mistakes, mastering the development process, and learning the best practices for when and how to approach showrunners. By the end of the class, you’ll have a clear, actionable strategy for attaching the perfect showrunner to match your project and vision.
This interactive class is held on Zoom and goes substantially more in depth than a Stage 32 webinar. Best of all? As soon as you sign up you will be linked on email with your Stage 32 Educator and given a questionnaire to fill out and send back to them. You will have access to your Educator for the duration of your class by email to ask them any questions you have about your craft or career - it’s like having a mentor on demand! And, if you can't make a live session, don't worry! All class recordings will be available 48 hours after each session and you will be able to view them in your Library on your Stage 32 profile. Finally, you can expand your network with like-minded creatives - you'll have a dedicated lounge for interactive support and discussions with your fellow classmates!
PLUS! You will receive the following handout:
- List of current showrunners under overall deals
Praise for Jeff’s past work with Stage 32:
"Probably the best webinar I've had at Stage 32 in terms of just... direct content, clear delivery, exactly what was promised, so many details, very useful."
-Jason B.
"Jeff Nemon's expertise really shone through in this session. It was informative and gave me a fresh perspective on how to approach my own projects."
-Emily J
"I found the content of this webinar to be very insightful and easy to apply. The marketplace can be overwhelming, but Jeff's advice made it more approachable."
-Mark L
What You'll Learn
Session #1: Research- Finding the right Showrunner: Our first session takes you through the first steps in finding the right Showrunner!
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Understanding the importance of a Showrunner and what they actually do
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How to use IMDB, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline as research
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Uncovering who is a showrunner vs. just a writer/creator.
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Ways to track down showrunner samples
Q&A with Jeff
Assignment: Make a list of ten showrunners that you think are right for your current project.
Session #2: Query- Reaching out the Showrunner
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The best practices on approaching managers, agents, producers, and showrunners directly
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Understanding the development process and determining the best time to approach showrunners.
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Key steps on how to attach a showrunner and utilizing managers, agents and producers to help find the perfect person.
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How to write an email query that gets attention (with examples)
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The art of the phone query (with examples)
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The most common mistakes that people make in attaching showrunners
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The most common mistakes people make reaching out to showrunners
Q&A with Jeff
Who Should Attend
- Screenwriters looking to take their TV projects to the next level.
- Producers and directors seeking insight into the showrunner attachment process.
- Creatives wanting to enhance their understanding of TV development.
- Anyone interested in learning how to approach industry professionals with confidence.
- Writers aiming to build stronger, more credible career foundations in the TV market.
Executive
Jeff Nemon is a TV/Film executive with over fifteen years of experience. He has been involved with some of the biggest shows on TV and has worked with almost every streamer, network, and studio. During his career Jeff has sold over 50 shows to streamers and networks and has worked with some of the top showrunners in the industry.
Most recently, Jeff was the SVP of Development at showrunner/producer Michael Seitzman's company, Maniac Productions. He oversaw Michael's studio deal at Blumhouse TV and a slate of thirty projects. He was essential in attaching showrunners, filmmakers, and talent to various series and features and helped secure high-end IP in competitive bidding wars. During his time at Maniac, every project that was taken out to market was sold to a buyer. He worked with Netflix, Disney+, Peacock, Amazon, 20th Century Films, during his time at Maniac.
Before working at Maniac, Jeff was the SVP of Drama Development at Gail Berman's TV studio, Sidecar. During the studio's first year and a half, he sold 13 series to various networks and received two straight series orders and a pilot order for projects he developed. He developed the upcoming Netflix series THE PERFECT COUPLE written by Jenna Lamia starring Nicole Kidman and directed by Susanne Bier.
His first executive job was at Valhalla Entertainment, where he was actively involved in THE WALKING DEAD franchise, was the covering exec for shows at USA, Amazon, Syfy, and developed series for almost every TV buyer. He also oversaw a film slate and worked with most major film studios.
Jeff got his start in current programming at CBS where he helped cover ten shows over three broadcast seasons.
Testimonials
Praise for Jeff’s past work with Stage 32:
"Probably the best webinar I've had at Stage 32 in terms of just... direct content, clear delivery, exactly what was promised, so many details, very useful."
-Jason B.
"Jeff Nemon's expertise really shone through in this session. It was informative and gave me a fresh perspective on how to approach my own projects."
-Emily J
"I found the content of this webinar to be very insightful and easy to apply. The marketplace can be overwhelming, but Jeff's advice made it more approachable."
-Mark L