Pitching - Rita Carbon Flurey

Things you need to know:

No Baggage Line: if you don't have the experience someone is looking for consider it a benefit as you will have no preconceived notions. Rita uses this strategy regularly.

1) Pitching is telling a good story. Know your projects story.

2) Ask for advice on the project rather than sell the idea to them. It

3) Passion for the idea is almost as important as the story.

4) Research, research, research. Know who you are pitching too. There is no excuse not to know who you are pitching too.

5) If you are not experienced collaborate with veteran producer.

6) Don't get defensive if they don't like your idea. Listen to what the broadcaster is saying. They understood your pitch, use it to explore and heighten the idea.

7) Practice pitching to industry people or your Mom. Your Mom will always love you and your stupid ideas.

8) Have a goal for your meetings - I will get a second meeting, they will ask for a one sheet, etc.