Welcome to Script Reader Pro’s TV Series Development LAB: Develop your TV series and write your pitch bible.
WITH: Anna Henry
MEETS: Weekly, Saturday, 5pm-7pm, EST
STARTS: Saturday 7/20/24 – 8/17/24
FORMAT: 4 sessions + 2x 1-1 session with Anna Henry
PRICE: $499.00
She has taught for Netflix’s Creating Content for the Global Marketplace Initiative and has projects currently in development around the world.
In the Script Reader Pro TV Series Development LAB you’ll work directly with Anna. The lab is a combination of virtual group instruction and one-on-one sessions with Anna to plan out YOUR show so you can write an effective pitch bible.
Anna will delve into developing your scripted television series and writing an effective pitch—one that will clearly communicate your intentions, excite the reader, and convey your voice and your passion. Ultimately, to help your TV show spark execs and buyers interest.
The TV writing LAB designed to help you break in.
In order to break in, you need more than just a strong pilot script. You need a vision for the entire show.
How much of your series do you need to plan out? Should you write a pilot and plan a couple of episodes? Or the entire season? Or write multiple episodes?
In this LAB, Anna will not only answer these questions, but help you actually do it. She’ll walk you through developing your show’s concept and world, creating your characters, and how best to convey your story within a pitch bible.
Enroll on our TV Development LAB today and take the first step towards realizing your dreams of becoming a successful TV writer. Your story awaits!
Because this lab includes 1-1 consulting with Anna, attendance is strictly limited to 20 writers.
What you’ll learn during the TV LAB.
- Why having a spec TV pilot is not enough
- The types of pitch documents, the purpose of writing a pitch bible/treatment
- How to identify your genre and where your show might sell
- Your connection to the material – why you are the right person to write this
- Summarizing what your show is about – structure, story engine, themes
- Why this show is relevant today – who is the audience
- The world of your show – time period, location, milieu, real or historical events
- Tone of your show – visual style, humor
- Specific characteristics of certain types of shows
- Creating strong characters for your show
- The completed elements of your pitch bible
- How to write a teaser and use it effectively in your pitch bible
- Story engine, stakes, A and B stories, what to reveal and what to leave out
- How to craft episode loglines
- And much much more…
ATTENDANCE LIMITED TO 20 WRITERS.
Anna Henry bio.
Anna Henry began her 20-year career as a development executive at Nickelodeon, working on the development and production of animated television series, pilots and features, including the cult hit Invader Zim.
She crossed over to prime-time television working at CBS and ABC in drama development and programming, then freelanced as a creative consultant for a number of production companies before serving as Director of Development at a boutique literary management and production company representing writers and directors.
As a manager and consultant, her clients have worked on shows at virtually every broadcast, cable and streaming television network, and have set up projects at Amazon, Starz, HBO, Sony, Fox, EOne, ITV America, Corus, and others.
TV Development LAB FAQs.
Q. When does the LAB start?
A. It starts on Saturday, July 20 at 5pm EST
Q. What exactly does LAB mean?
A. A LAB is typically a 60- or 90-min live video broadcast from a host to multiple participants. Much like a webinar. The difference with a LAB is that it includes 2x 1-1 sessions too. Each group session in this TV Development LAB lasts 90 minutes.
Q. Can I join this TV writing LAB from anywhere in the world?
A. Yes, and you’ll be able to communicate directly with Anna on the video call.
Q. What equipment do I need?
A. Just a computer with Zoom (video conferencing platform) installed, and a working built-in mic.
Q. What if I miss one of the live LAB classes?
A. No problem—you’ll be able to access a recording of the entire class afterward.
Still got questions?
Email us here and we’ll be happy to help! Or sign up for the TV Writing LAB by clicking the button below.
ATTENDANCE LIMITED TO 20 WRITERS.