For the people who've used 32's pitching service before and have been successful, I would like to know how you did it. What was your strategy? What questions have the pros asked you? How did you prepare? What mistakes have you made? Any advice you can give would be appreciated.
Screenwriting : Scheduled Pitch for Tomorrow by Daniel Ranalli
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I always tell pitchers to be clear about tone and not to oversell or over-promise. Be genuine and pleasant in all aspects. Be a problem-solver.
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Keep it tight and on point (no one wants to hear about your daughters braces). Show willingness to be a 'team player'. Oh, an check your ego at the door.
Hi Daniel. Have you downloaded the Happy Writers writing pitch template for both written and verbal pitches? If not, it's found on the HW "Pitch Session" page, bottom of the left column. ;)
A practical tip: Members who have done a lot of Skype pitching—perhaps you already thought of this—often recommend taping cue cards or notes or little reminders around your computer so you can quickly and discreetly refer to them if momentarily lost or forgetful when nervous. The trick, of course, is not to look or sound like you are reading. Never read. Never. Don't be a robot. Just be yourself. ;)
Another tip: Think about what's around you; what is visible. During a Skype pitch, you don't want any distractions for your viewer. Set the stage. If you can't move your computer or set up in front of a blank wall, or a simple space, just make sure the space behind/around you is clean or clear of clutter—you know, make your bed, move the stack of books and papers, keep your dirty laundry basket out of view, no roaming pets or family members. Lol! ;)
And lastly: Good luck!
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Funny you mentioned not having animals in the background Beth Fox Heisinger. The one time I did a skype pitch with Stage 32, there was a cat wandering around the Happy Writers office the whole time I was pitching! Which was incredibly distracting, but funny in retrospect.
Daniel, I'm sure you'll do fine. Just know your story and try to remember that the people you are pitching are just people too. Be yourself.