Need some extra guidance on your pitch? Wanting some one-on-one with an exec to get your pitch really polished? You know the importance of a strong pitch, but so many factors go into making it resonate, and it always requires more practice than you think. In your private 30-minute call with the exec, you'll get tailored guidance to prepare you for your best delivery yet. Submit your 1-2 page written pitch for the exec's prior review, and you'll begin the call by giving your 5-7 minute verbal pitch. You’ll then discuss delivery, clarity, structure, characterization, pacing, the opening of your pitch, and how best to end.
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Make it concise focusing on characters and their development throughout the pilot/series/feature. Convey a comprehensive overview of the world and the plot you have created. but don't get bogged down in the details. Convey the world and the characters to make me/us fall in love with them. Don't make it feel like a presentation, you are trying to persuade me (the hypothetical/potential buyer) with emotions to spend money from my budget on your idea.
Top Tier - We're interested in ongoing genre series, so that includes everything from horror to thriller to crime/true crime to grounded sci-fi to dystopian/post-apocalyptic to action to YA. We are not looking for anything that is overly dark or dreary.
Consultations - All of the above and in addition, I personally also like fantasy, drama, romcoms, period pieces, dramedies, comedies, animation, etc. My top favs are sci-fi, fantasy, horror, historical/period pieces, action/adventure, YA/coming-of-age, superhero (comic/graphic novel adaptations included), and irreverent, satirical, alternative, black, or genre comedy. I like reading both TV and features.
Jennifer Patterson has always been captivated by storytelling, a passion that took root during her childhood in a small conservative town in Northwestern Pennsylvania. This deep-seated passion led her to pursue a dual degree in Film & Television and English with a focus on Creative Writing at Pennsylvania State University. Throughout her career, Jennifer has gained valuable experience in the entertainment industry, working at top companies like Blumhouse Television, Echo Lake Entertainment, Blitz Films, Valhalla Entertainment, and Creative Artists Agency. In these roles, she has honed her skills in script analysis and development, while also managing high-stakes communications for industry leaders.
As a writer, Jennifer is drawn to stories that challenge societal norms and delve into the complexities of human nature. Her recent scripts reflect her talent for weaving together rich narratives that confront difficult issues while keeping audiences engaged with enthralling plots. While she currently works in development, Jennifer's ultimate aspiration is to become a creator in her own right, bringing to life stories that entertain, challenge, and resonate. She is also passionate about championing the voices of others, particularly those from underrepresented communities.
In her free time, Jennifer enjoys exploring sci-fi, fly fishing, K-Pop, graphic novels, and video games. She is an active member of several industry organizations, including HRTS Associates (where she serves as a board member of JHRTS), Film Independent, and Women in Film.
Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to submit your material in your order confirmation email. After submitting your material, please allow 3-4 weeks to receive proposed times for scheduling your call with the exec. Your private pitch practice session will take place over video conferencing software ZOOM so you will receive a link to review the recording of your session at your leisure!
**Please note written pitches are limited to 2 pages maximum. Please contact terra@roadmapwriters.com for pricing on a consultation for a written pitch exceeding 2 pages.
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Cancellation Policy: You may cancel your registration for a refund or Roadmap gift card if you have not yet submitted your material for review. However, once your material has been received by Roadmap, your registration cannot be canceled. Having revised material or a desire to retroactively apply a discount or gift card code are not grounds for cancellation, refunds, or gift card credit. Once your material has been submitted, the only acceptable grounds for cancellation and a refund or gift card credit is an unforeseen, ongoing emergency on the part of either the writer or the exec resulting in more than 6 weeks without any scheduling update from the exec via direct contact or Roadmap, or a sudden change in the exec's ongoing availability. In the instance of an irreconcilable scheduling issue, the writer may still receive a written feedback report from the exec. In this case, the writer is not entitled to a refund or gift card credit as the exec has read the submitted material and provided written feedback in lieu of the call.