PITCH YOUR SERIES

The course is conducted entirely in English.

You have a series project but you struggle to pitch it efficiently? Presenting a series project has become an essential part of audiovisual markets in an increasingly international industry.

With this three-day training program, develop and fine-tune your pitch for maximum impact, and gain the confidence to communicate your series project and vision clearly. An opportunity to learn how to convince international potential partners and prepare for competitions held entirely in English, such as the Co-Pro Pitching sessions at Series Mania Forum.

This is a project-based program: participants take part in the course with a series project in development (fiction, documentary, animation…) on which they will apply the methods and skills they have learned.

Program :

Day 1 – Introduction to the art of pitching: Mindset, Content & Structure

• Developing audience awareness: understanding the interpersonal dynamics that come into play.
• How to position yourself and your project – developing focus and clarity.
• How to fine-tune & build your project presentations. What to include and what to leave out.
• Optimizing the elements and tools you have at your disposal.
• Tips and tricks on how to get your message and vision across effectively.

Day 2 – Building a series pitch: Execution & Impact

• Best practices for both casual and formal pitching, 1:1 meetings and networking situations.
• Exploring how to establish connection as a basis for a collaborative relationship.
• Learning how to shape the journey of your pitch.
• Sharpening your presentation skills – exchange constructive feedback on your communication style.

Day 3 – Simulation of a pitch session

• Pitching simulation
• Valuable and constructive feedback on the impact and quality of the pitch within an encouraging atmosphere

Objectives:

• Develop pitching skills in English.
• Learn how to get your message and vision across clearly & confidently.
• Learn how to stand out and influence your audience.

Method:

• Theory & interactive sessions with a pitching expert
• Public speaking exercises
• Individual and peer-to-peer feedback
• Final pitching exercise

Requirements:

• This is a project-based program. Participants must have a series project in development (fiction, documentary, animation…) on which they will work to apply the methods and skills acquired.
• Participants must have a  good level of English (minimum level required: B1 – intermediate).
• Participants must be over 18 years old or above.

If you have special circumstances, such as a disability, please let us know so that we can discuss your needs. Contact: smi@seriesmania.com

Registration  : 

To register, fill in the online registration form accessible on this web page.

The Rules and Regulations must be accepted in the registration form.

Each participant will be contacted by Series Mania Institute within a week after registration, and will have to provide a CV in English and a copy of identity card or passport.