Get great interviews? Many of you have asked — now we deliver! Here it is – your checklist for how to get great interviews for documentary series, reality TV, and doc specials. Get Great Interviews that are Money! Did we say money? As in the monetary unit of several former Spanish colonies? Why, yes we ... Read more

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You have an awesome idea for a TV show — but is it enough? What do you really need to sell reality TV? Can you vision alone carry you to a sale? Great Pitch — Is it Enough? Many, many, MANY of you have been pitching us shows, and we’re so grateful. We’ve even teamed ... Read more

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Developing a Follow-Doc or Hybrid with some great characters or attachments? (And of course, you know what those words mean because you’ve checked out the great 8, right?) Better figure out your Story Engine — ASAP! What Is a Story Engine? Today’s episode shows you how to identify and use a story engine, using practical ... Read more

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It’s episode 30, and we’re giving you the ultimate cheat sheet. Not sure how to start the process of pitching? Want to impress us with your professionalism? Have your pitch stand out above the piles of submissions we get? Here’s how. 7 Steps to Make Us Notice Your Pitch Whether you’re brand new to the ... Read more

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We just teamed up with two more of YOU to get a show in development at a major cable network. Today, we’ll share how you can achieve that kind of success all while saving time and money. You’ll also learn what happens AFTER we say, “yes, we love your show.” Make the Most of Your ... Read more

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Want to break into Hollywood? Whether you’re pitching reality TV, scripted television, or feature length screenplays, at some point you will have to meet — face to face — with real people and convince them to invest in you and your project. It’s at this meeting that most newbies implode, and blow a crucial opportunity ... Read more

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Here’s one of the best tips we have to help you pitch and sell projects to Hollywood. This secret will help you sell screenplays, scripted television, documentaries, novels, unscripted television and reality TV. What is the magical piece of advice? One Hook Is Not Enough. You Need Two. We never, ever go out with a ... Read more

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As you know from our last episode, we’ve made it easier than ever to pitch reality tv shows and documentary series to us. We’ve even added a free, 50 page ebook on pitching reality TV to this site for added guidance. Thanks to every one of you who’ve taken the time to submit. Your time ... Read more

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Sure, you know we want to team up with you to make great reality TV or documentary series. You’ve read our massive guide on how to pitch a reality show. Wouldn’t it be nice if you knew what shows we were actually looking for? Here you go: This Episode – Shows We’re Looking For Right ... Read more

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You already know we want to team up with you to make some great TV. But what does that mean for you? How you can increase your odds for success not just with us, but in the industry? Here you go: This Episode – 5 Ways You Can Break Into Unscripted Television Not everyone’s the ... Read more

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