Summary
Netflix raised the bar in original programming almost ten years ago, forever changing the television landscape. Since then, Netflix has maintained its status by growing globally, investing in quality, adapting to its audience’s needs, and often setting the trends. Many creatives strive to launch shows with this streamer, and this webinar will show you exactly what Netflix is buying and how to close the deal.
When it comes to streaming and “bingeable” television, no platform or network comes to mind faster than Netflix.
Netflix has been the home to some of the most-watched original series for almost a decade, including SQUID GAME, BRIDGERTON, STRANGER THINGS, MURDERVILLE, THE CROWN, GINNY & GEORGIA, and countless others.
Netflix stays ahead of the curve in television programming by hunting for new voices, unexplored worlds, and backing a wide range of genres and formats.
Their needs are constantly changing and largely only known to those close to the platform. So, if you want to know where Netflix is heading next, you’ll need insight from a current industry executive.
Taking you through Netflix’s distribution plans is Kristin Harris, SVP of Production at Vertical Entertainment. Kristin has held key acquisition, development, and production roles at Starz Media, Overture Films, and Cinedigm Entertainment Group. She is also the former VP of Distribution and Acquisitions at Good Deed Entertainment, where she oversaw all aspects of the company’s distribution arm and managed the release slate, which included EXTRA ORDINARY, JOURNEY’S END, Spirit Award-nominated TO DUST, and the Academy Award-nominated LOVING VINCENT.
Kristin is sharing her insight into the streaming giant exclusively in this Stage 32 webinar.
She’ll take you through where Netflix has been and where they’re headed, showing you its current operations and business model.
She’ll also cover originals vs. licensed content, release windows, how to effectively tailor your pitch to their brand, and what you need to know about deal structures so you can navigate negotiations.
This webcast gives you a new approach to understanding and pitching, and the knowledge needed to close the deal with one of the world’s leading streaming entertainment service.
Praise for Kristin's Webinar
"Kristin is amazing! She is so knowledgeable and I learned so much today. She is realistic and honest and I so appreciate that!" --Maggie G.
"Awesome amount of information and very helpful. Thank you!" -- Jody C.
"Great insight into how distribution works." -- Lisa M.
What You'll Learn
How Did We Get Here?
- A brief history of Netflix
- Where is the platform today?
Who Are The Subscribers?
- Understanding the core Netflix demographic/subscriber base
- How the platform differentiates itself
- Understanding the platform’s audience and content to effectively tailor your pitch
- Subscriber acquisition, retention, and growth
Revenue Models
- An overview of the types of subscriber and revenue models utilized by the platform
- The platform’s goals
- How the platform values content
Content Overview
- Originals vs. licensed content
- What is the platform producing and licensing and from whom?
- How to connect with the appropriate teams for your project(s)
- Considerations when pitching the platform
Closing The Deal
- Understanding basic license fees, deal structures, and navigating negotiations
- Understanding content release windows as it pertains to your deal
Looking Ahead
- Expectations and ideas of what we might expect from the platform and its sibling OTT channels on a go-forward-basis
Q&A with Kristin
Who Should Attend
All levels of directors (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn the ins and outs of the streaming giant Netflix.
All levels of writers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn the ins and outs of the streaming giant Netflix.
Producers looking to learn the ins and outs of the streaming giant Netflix.
Actors looking to learn the ins and outs of the streaming giant Netflix.
Executive
Kristin Harris has spent nearly two decades working across development, production, acquisitions and distribution. She is currently the SVP of Production & Development at Vertical Entertainment. In the last year alone Kristin has Executive Produced 10 feature films.
She has held key acquisition, development, and production roles at Good Deed Entertainment, Starz Media, Overture Films, and Cinedigm Entertainment Group. Notable releases that she was involved include SHORT TERM 12, MEADOWLAND, THE MEN WHO STARE AT GOATS, SUNSHINE CLEANING, LAST CHANCE HARVEY, LOVING VINCENT, THE VISITOR, and MASTERS OF HORROR.
Kristin has spent time teaching at UCLA Extension, and maintains an active speaking and guest lecturing schedule, having participated in panels, mentorship programs and events at SXSW, Cannes, and LAFF. She is an alumna of UCLA where she earned her bachelor’s degree in English Literature
Testimonials
"Kristin is amazing! She is so knowledgeable and I learned so much today. She is realistic and honest and I so appreciate that!" -Maggie G.
"Awesome amount of information and very helpful. Thank you!" -Jody C.
"Great insight into how distribution works." -Lisa M.
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