Learn everything you need to know to build a world-class pitch deck from an executive who has sold shows to Netflix, Disney+, Amazon/MGM and more!

Get a downloadable pitch deck structure sheet, character layout and story structure worksheet

With the global television business continuing to expand the demand for new and exciting shows from fresh voices has never been higher!

With companies demanding more new content than ever before and spending billions in the search for shows that will keep audiences hooked, writers and creatives need to know how to show decision makers that their show has what it takes to impress their audiences. But with so much new content being developed to such a high quality, what do executives need to know about your show to demonstrate how it will stand out among the thousands that get submitted every year? What can you, the writer and creator, do to make your project the most appealing to executives and buyers?

Here to teach you the tools you need to know to get your narrative television show pitch deck ready to sell to streamers and networks is Ewan Dunbar. With over 12 years experience in the TV and film industry, Ewan works with writers and creatives to elevate their pitching materials for the new “golden age” of television. Ewan has played a pivotal role in helping creators sell their shows to independent production companies, broadcasting partners and streamers including Netflix, Disney +, Amazon/MGM including the latest installment of the successful Cities of Love franchise, Berlin, I Love You starring Helen Mirren and Keira Knightley.

In this exclusive Stage 32 4-part on-demand class, Ewan will give a rarely seen deep-dive into the fundamentals of what your pitch deck needs to contain, how these pitch elements can be used to demonstrate what makes your show stand out from the crowd, what you don’t need to include in your deck, formatting tips and tricks, and what your acquisitions executive wants to see from your work. Ewan will also discuss how best to present your plot, characters, and world to buyers to demonstrate why audiences will want to see your show.

Ewan’s insight into what happens at these companies once you have pitched your show is immensely valuable to all creatives looking to get their show on a major network or streamer. At the core of Ewan’s work is making sure people’s pitching materials demonstrate to executives what will make their show a hit with the most important client of all – their audiences.

PLUS! Ewan will provide you with exclusive handouts to use for your current and future projects. Downloads include:

• Structure For Your Pitch Deck 
• Logline Essentials
• Character Layout Worksheet
• Story Structure Worksheet

If you’re looking to get your show made with one of the major network or streaming services clamoring for content right now, then this class is a must!

Praise For Ewan

“ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! Ewan delivered more in 20 minutes than other presenters do in an hour, and it NEVER felt rushed and he was always easily understandable. I cannot wait to get the handouts!” --Bob S.

“Ewan’s presentation was excellent! I learned so much from him and now feel 100% confident in creating a pitch deck. He is truly an expert.” --Margaret M.

"Very good, very knowledgeable and very organized. Great presentation and webinar. I walked away with lots of ideas about polishing my pitch decks to make sure they stand out." --James B.

"I've taken many years of webinars, gone to many conferences, and taken many courses on feature script writing. I've won a Grand Prize in a major festival for a screenplay. And I'm old enough to be an honest critic. Ewan Dunbar's webinar was one of the best I have ever taken! Organized, filled with useful information, he sounded like he really cared about helping the audience be better at what they want to do, and wasn't making an obvious pitch for himself as a consultant --although I'd call on him anytime." --Roberta P.

SESSION 1 – Introduction

This session will introduce you to the course and give an overview of pitch decks and why they are important. In this session we will discuss:

• What is a pitch deck and what is its purpose?
• Knowing more about your reader
• How does a reader at a company use your pitch deck, what are they looking for from it, and how do you get them on your side?
• Overview of a pitch deck structure
• Q&A with Ewan

SESSION 2 – What? Why? Where? And Who? Your Deck’s First Impressions

This week we will be looking at the first crucial pages of the deck that will form the reader’s first impressions of your show. We will discuss:

• Layout of the information
• Crafting your logline
• About your show (why should the reader care and invest in your show)
• Conveying the world of your show
• Nailing your tone and themes
• Effectively introducing your characters to the reader
• Q&A with Ewan

SESSION 3 – Story Overview

This week we will discuss how to tell your season’s story. This section can either make or break your pitch, so we will go over how to most effectively tell your story to the reader.

• Building on what you have done so far to take the reader on a journey and show them what makes your show compelling
• Using your characters and themes to entertain the reader and keep them hooked
• Several different structures to use and consider
• How writing your pitch deck will improve your project
• Q&A with Ewan

WEEK 4 – Presentation – Easy Tips and Tricks

You don’t have to be a photoshop wizard to make your deck look great! This week we’ll discuss some simple ways you can use your layout and visuals to enhance your pitching materials. We’ll cover:

• Good tricks you can use to visually enhance your deck
• What to avoid
• Writing additional material (about yourself, writers, producers and other key crew)
• Teasing where your show can go after season 1
• Q&A with Ewan

WHAT TO EXPECT:

PLEASE NOTE: The opportunity to learn from an expert in the field in this intensive way is an incredibly unique and valuable opportunity.

• This class is designed for beginner and intermediate students looking to learn the fundamentals of pitch decks and pitching.
• Each session is an in-depth, practical, and detailed 2 hour class with significantly more content than a standard 90-minute webinar.
• This class consists of four sessions, each roughly two hours in duration.
• PLEASE NOTE: This exclusive Stage 32 class is now available to watch on-demand but we highly encourage you to do any assignments to get the most out of the educational experience.

All levels of producers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn the fundamentals of building a world-class pitch deck. 

All levels of producers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn how to pitch their TV shows at a higher level. 

All levels of screenwriters (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn the fundamentals of building a world-class pitch deck.

All levels of filmmakers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn the fundamentals of building a world-class pitch deck.

Actors who want to take control of their careers by creating their own show and looking to learn the fundamentals of building a world-class pitch deck.

Praise For Ewan

“ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! Ewan delivered more in 20 minutes than other presenters do in an hour, and it NEVER felt rushed and he was always easily understandable. I cannot wait to get the handouts!” --Bob S.

“Ewan’s presentation was excellent! I learned so much from him and now feel 100% confident in creating a pitch deck. He is truly an expert.” --Margaret M.

"Very good, very knowledgeable and very organized. Great presentation and webinar. I walked away with lots of ideas about polishing my pitch decks to make sure they stand out." --James B.

"I've taken many years of webinars, gone to many conferences, and taken many courses on feature script writing. I've won a Grand Prize in a major festival for a screenplay. And I'm old enough to be an honest critic. Ewan Dunbar's webinar was one of the best I have ever taken! Organized, filled with useful information, he sounded like he really cared about helping the audience be better at what they want to do, and wasn't making an obvious pitch for himself as a consultant --although I'd call on him anytime." --Roberta P.