Summary
Learn the fundamentals of television series showrunning from a showrunner/writer/director who has worked on projects for ABC, NBC, FOX and The CW!
You’ve heard the term “showrunner.” You know the showrunner is the most essential and complex role when making a television show. But what does a showrunner actually do?
A television showrunner is like a writer/director/producer all rolled into one. All creative decisions for the show go through them. It’s exciting, exhilarating and creatively fulfilling in a deep, meaningful way - a job every television writer dreams of. It’s also frustrating, exhausting and totally overwhelming, especially if you’ve never done it before. Working as a first time showrunner is often a trial by fire - you’re thrown into the mix and have to figure out the job as you go.
That’s why Stage 32 created this comprehensive exclusive webinar, now available immediately on-demand, to teach you all you need to know about the process and responsibilities of showrunning - what it entails from the creative, business, and logistical perspectives!
This webinar will take you behind the scenes with veteran showrunner/writer/director Todd Slavkin, who will guide you through the step-by-step creative and practical process of being a showrunner, from getting your greenlight to production through the final delivery of your show, and all the essential steps in between. Todd will also share many of his personal anecdotes along the way.
With over 35 years of experience in both television and film, Todd has been the showrunner on SMALLVILLE, SHADOWHUNTERS, and most recently THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY. Todd has written pilots for ABC, NBC, FOX and The CW and has a wealth of knowledge to share with you on everything a showrunner does to make a TV series.
This webinar is a must for any person who dreams of running their own TV show, who wants to work for a showrunner on a series or simply wants to know what the job of a showrunner really entails.
PLUS! Todd will provide you with exclude downloads to help on your showrunning journey! Downloads include:
- Call Sheet Template
- Script from SHADOWHUNTERS
This webinar will prepare you to work in television in ways only an experienced showrunner can and illuminate what you should and shouldn’t do in your career to become a showrunner yourself!
PRAISE FOR TODD'S TEACHINGS:
"Todd Slavkin was excellent to cover so much information in so little time. In fact, the Q&A was very informative too." --Sydney S
"Todd's experience and expertise shine through. If you've ever wanted to be a showrunner on a TV series then learn all you can from him." -- Rahime B.
What You'll Learn
- My Story
- Growing up as a writer
- Film school/video store
- How I got here
- Congrats! The Show Has A Greenlight! Now What?
- Understanding how to communicate your vision
- Working with a studio and streamer
- Finding The Right Director
- How to conduct the interview
- Vibe is everything
- Casting
- Finding the right actors
- The importance of getting the right casting director
- Working with actors
- Getting approval
- Hiring The Writers
- The interview process - what to look for
- How does a writer’s room work?
- How to give constructive notes
- Assembling The Crew
- How to do your due diligence
- What to look for when hiring crew
- Pre-Production
- The approval process
- The sets
- Locations
- The table read
- Production
- Check in on set
- Watch dailies and what to look out for
- Be prepared to pivot
- Post-Production
- Watching editors and giving notes on cuts
- The composer and the importance of music in your show
- VFX
- Coloring
- Mixing
- Watch On Air And Celebrate?
- Enjoy your hard work
- Social media and how to make the most of your work online
- Patience
- Q&A with Todd
Who Should Attend
All levels of filmmakers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to to gain insights into showrunning and its importance in the television industry.
All levels of showrunners (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to to gain insights into showrunning and its importance in the television industry.
All levels of writers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to to gain insights into showrunning and its importance in the television industry.
Producers who want to to gain insights into showrunning and its importance in the television industry.
Actors who want to to gain insights into showrunning and its importance in the television industry.
Executive
Todd Slavkin is a seasoned showrunner and producer with over three decades of experience in television. He has worked alongside his longtime friend and writing partner, Darren Swimmer, to create some of the most beloved shows across various genres. Todd's impressive portfolio includes being a driving force behind iconic series like SMALLVILLE and SHADOWHUNTERS, which won multiple awards including the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Drama Series and several People’s Choice Awards. Most recently, Todd has been recognized for his work on THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY, earning four Emmy nominations.
Throughout his career, Todd has developed pilots for major networks including ABC, NBC, FOX, SYFY, FREEFORM, and The CW. He was the co-showrunner for MELROSE PLACE 2.0 and contributed to a variety of other successful series such as NO ORDINARY FAMILY, ALPHAS, DEFIANCE, DOMINION, and GUILT. Todd's extensive experience in showrunning and producing has made him a respected figure in the industry, known for his ability to craft engaging stories and develop compelling characters.
He began his career in feature films, writing DARK REFLECTION and CONTROL, starring Ray Liotta, Willem Dafoe and Michelle Rodriguez.
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